Gympie police run Crime Prevention Week events at Bunnings

Police in Gympie spent Crime Prevention Week at Bunnings talking to the community about protecting homes, vehicles and tools from theft.

On 14 October, police held a home security display at the store. Bunnings staff helped set it up and supplied stock for customers to look at. Many items matched the topics discussed through the week, including padlocks and chains for gates, CCTV signage and cameras, security lighting, safes and security screens.

Police were joined by Volunteers in Policing and Neighbourhood Watch members from Imbil and Kilkivan. Together they spoke with community members about staying safe, improving home security in both rural and urban areas, and how to report suspicious activity and crime.

On 16 October, police also attended the Tradies Breakfast and spoke with customers visiting the trade section. They shared information on securing tools and vehicles to prevent theft. That included recording tool descriptions such as serial numbers, makes and models, engraving tools, and photographing equipment to help with identification and recovery if it is stolen.

Police said prevention is the key. By reducing visibility, limiting access and removing temptation, they said, people can help protect their homes, vehicles and valuable property.

Anyone with information for police can contact Policelink, including by using the online suspicious activity form, which is available 24 hours a day on the Queensland Police Service website. Crime information can be reported anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the Crime Stoppers Queensland website.