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25.01.2022 36 suburbs across Melbourne's north and north-west will return to Stage 3 Stay at Home restrictions from 11.59pm tonight (Wednesday 1 July 2020) until at least ...Wednesday 29 July. People who live in the 10 listed postcodes will not be allowed to leave their homes unless it is for one of the four reasons permitted under the Chief Health Officer's directive: > Shopping for food and supplies > Care and caregiving > Exercise > Study and work if you can’t do it from home For more information on the new targeted lockdown measures, or about Victoria's coronavirus (COVID-19) response and testing program, visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au If you have family and friends who live in these suburbs and may not have access to social media, please be sure to call them and let them know about the new restrictions. Stay safe and let's watch out for each other.

25.01.2022 We're ready for #MaskUpMelbourneAndMitchell Have you got yours yet? As you no doubt know by now, everyone in Metro Melbourne and Mitchell Shire must wear fac...e coverings when they're away from home from 11.59pm on Wednesday 22 July. If you have any questions, the best place to get answers is from the DHHS website where info and advice is regularly updated and is also translated into more than 50 languages. We have all the links you need on our Coronavirus resources page on our website: https://nhw.com.au/coronavirus/ Info about the new restrictions that start from 11.59pm on Wednesday 22 July: https://bit.ly/3jiAmEt Advice from the DHHS on face coverings: https://bit.ly/2E51eb1 How to make your own resuable cloth mask: https://bit.ly/32zKPW5 Coronavirus Info in your language: https://bit.ly/3jnj0Gr

22.01.2022 We’re with you Melbourne and Mitchell! We are thinking of everyone in the Melbourne metro area and Mitchell Shire as we head into another 6 weeks of stay at hom...e restrictions. And also to those living in the residential towers in North Melbourne and Flemington who are in full lockdown right now. We’ve put together this list of handy resources, info and support services you may find useful. https://nhw.com.au/coronavirus/ We know it can be frustrating, stressful, challenging and a bit depressing. But we’ve done this before and we will get through it again together. So let’s watch out for each other, support each other and reach out to your neighbours, friends and family and check that they’re okay. And to everyone in the rest of Victoria, please continue to practice social distancing and safe hygiene. Stay safe and well and take care.

20.01.2022 Do you know you can fit extra long screws to hold front and back doors into a solid door frame. Even with great locks and security doors, if the fix into the frame is weak it can be easy for an offender to kick the door in at the hinges. Learn more tips on protecting your home from being broken into at https://bit.ly/3c62aY5

19.01.2022 Ready to make a splash? Are you a Facebook Whiz and keen to help your community? NHW Merrifield is looking for someone to run this Facebook Page.... If you are passionate about your community, know your local area and get enjoyment from helping others, love posting on Facebook and have the time available. Then the Administrator position for the Merrifield NHW Facebook Page could be just for you, this is a volunteer role. Please reach out if you are interested.

17.01.2022 Most people don’t know they’re a victim of mail theft until they discover someone is using their credit cards or has stolen their identity. Here are our Top 3... tips to protect your mail: > Get a strong, high security letter box lock - most standard locks on letter boxes are fairly easy for thieves to open. > Make sure your letterbox is big enough to fit your mail without any hanging out and the slot is small enough that thieves' hands won't fit. > Clear your letterbox out regularly - at least once a day. For more tips on how to boost security around your home and reduce the risk of burglary and theft take our free self-assessment at www.howsafeismyplace.com.au RACV

16.01.2022 We are delighted to welcome the Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police, Shane Patton, APM, as our Patron of Neighbourhood Watch Victoria. https://nhw.com.au/our-...patron/ Chief Commissioner Patton: "Victoria Police are, and always will be, about engaging with our community. We work with the community and we are a part of the community because, without their consent and their trust, we can’t do our job. "I understand the many demands on police officers because I’ve been privileged to have grown up as one. My experiences make me particularly proud to be the Patron of Neighbourhood Watch Victoria, working in partnership with the community to promote crime prevention and create a safer State."

16.01.2022 CAN YOUR DASH CAM FOOTAGE ASSIST POLICE ? Police are appealing for dash cam footage after an incident that occurred today (6/7/2020) at 12 30 p.m on Sunbury Roa...d near the tip. A vehicle travelling south along Sunbury Rd observed a white Mercedes van travelling towards him in his lane. The driver has swerved to avoid a head on collision and ended up in the gravel shoulder. No injuries occurred. Police are requesting any dash cam footage of the white Mercedes van or the incident to assist in identifying the driver and vehicle. Any information to Leading Senior Constable MELDERIS, Sunbury Police. Ph: 9744 8111.

15.01.2022 Crime is never the victims fault. But there are things we can do to prevent crime - simple things that will reduce the risk of residential burglary. It is also true that there are 6 common mistakes that can put a home owner at risk. Join our free webinar on Wednesday September 9, 7.30pm, to hear from the experts at Neighbourhood Watch. Register at www.nhw.com.au/webinars

12.01.2022 COVID-19 Testing MICKLEHAM (Drive-through site) Location: Mickleham Community Centre. Corner of Mickleham Road and Mt Ridley Road (behind the primary school...) Dates: Mon 31 Aug & Tues 1 Sept Time: 9:30am 4:30pm If you have any of these SYMPTOMS, GET TESTED! Fever, chills or sweats Sore throat Shortness of breath Runny nose Cough Loss of sense of smell or taste Testing available for children under 5. No need to book simply drive up. Bring your Medicare card or photo ID and please wear a mask or face covering. Be a COVID WARRIOR & help protect yourself and keep your community safe by getting tested! For further details contact DPV Health call: 1300 234 263 (push 1 for Medical) or visit: https://bit.ly/DPVTesting

10.01.2022 Most of us think that if our car is in our drive or parked on the street in front of our home only metres away from us it is relatively safe. Some people go so far as to think that there is probably very little risk in leaving a car unlocked especially when we are likely to hear if someone is hanging around. The reality is that parked in front of your home is the most likely place for a car to be broken into. And even if they don’t enter the car, the item the most likely to be stolen is your number plates. See more https://bit.ly/2THG87u

10.01.2022 Most of us are new to wearing face masks on a daily basis, so we've prepared a handy video to outline some key "do"s and "don't"s of wearing masks. And don't f...orget, if you don't have a mask, you can use a scarf or a bandana, providing it covers your nose, mouth and chin. Check out our Coronavirus info page with links to lots of advice and resources: https://nhw.com.au/coronavirus/ or read the DHHS FAQ on face coverings here: https://bit.ly/2E51eb1 Stay safe and let's watch out for each other.

04.01.2022 Join us on Wednesday night for a free presentation on how to prepare for the summer and importantly to work out if you have adequate insurance cover for your home.

02.01.2022 During 2019 there were 20,000 reports of stolen tradies tools. Many of these were from vehicles. Keep your vehicle locked, your tools out of sight, and both in a lock up garage. Read More https://bit.ly/2zFvtU4

02.01.2022 Metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire will return to Stage 3 Stay at Home restrictions for 6 weeks from 11.59pm on Wednesday 8 July 2020 until 11.59pm on We...dnesday 19 August 2020. The restrictions apply to 32 local government areas, which we have listed in the comments. You can also see a full list at www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au If you live in one of these areas, there will once again only be 4 reasons to leave home: > Shopping for food & supplies > Medical care & caregiving > Exercise & recreation - you must remain within the restricted areas > Study & work if you can’t do it from home Here's a handy summary of what will and won't change https://bit.ly/2Z6xB1a For more information about the restrictions, including arrangements for schools, travel into and out of the restricted areas and border closures, visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au Let's watch out for each other, be safe and take care.