As New Zealanders are confined to their homes due to lockdowns, it’s not surprising that parcel volumes have surged. With many Kiwis relying on online shopping for their essential items. Unfortunately, this has seen a rise in ‘porch pirates’ too. From February 2020 to February 2021, almost half a million kiwis had their packages stolen, […]
According to Federated Farmers and NZ Police, rural crime is escalating across the country. Over half of the farmers whose farms were surveyed were victims of crimes. Over 70% of these victims reported being struck at least twice. These alarming statistics demonstrate the importance of comprehensive farm security. What Do Thieves Typically Steal? Since quad […]
Is your business as safe as you think it is? There’s more to security than bars on the windows and padlocks on the doors. Your business could be leaking revenue via shoplifters, employee theft, or even information breaches. Don’t wait until it’s too late to review your security measures. Spend a bit of time now […]
We are already well into the new year, adapting to and evolving with the “new normal” in our work and home lives. As part of that evolution, have you taken the time to review your home or business security systems to make sure they’re up to scratch? Not only do we have to consider security […]
For you, the holidays may be a time to slow down, kick back and relax. But for burglars, this is their busiest time of the year. As many businesses close down for a break, commercial burglaries increase, with a dramatic rise over the summer months. Before you clock off for a well-earned break, make sure […]
Did you know that retail theft costs New Zealand and Australian businesses $3.52 billion dollars a year? And that is just the retail sector! Theft, stealing, shoplifting and burglaries are a major cost to any business. Sure, there is the financial cost of lost stock, damaged equipment, repair work and insurance excesses, but there are […]
Savvy business owners know how and where to cut costs, but also recognise where they need to spend money in the short term to ensure long-term security and growth. One of the most valuable investments you can make for your business is in a security system. Beyond the essential tasks of protecting your staff, premises, […]
When And Where Do Burglaries Occur? Unsurprisingly, most commercial break-ins happen after hours – typically, at night or on weekends. While many factors combine to make a business a target – such as location and security measures – the presence of people is generally offputting to burglars. As such, places that are open 24-hours or […]
Firstly there has been further announcements that copper lines are to be discontinued in areas where Ultra-Fast Fibre (UFB) is already installed. That means if you have Fibre available at your gate you are going to have to change very shortly.Before you do though you will need to remember that you are going to need […]
Here we are halfway through the year and in the middle of the cold and dark nights. While we are all shut up inside in our warm and cosy environments and with so much darkness around at this time of year there are people who love this time of year and it is the ideal […]
