Neighbourhood Watch in
Ku-ring-gai and Hornsby
eNewsletter #541 - 22 February 2022
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This weekly eNewsletter is compiled by Neighbourhood Watch volunteers as a service for residents in Ku-ring-gai and Hornsby council areas. The eNewsletter is a new type of Neighbourhood Watch; utilising the available technology to keep people more connected and up-to-date with local crime and safety issues.
The eNewsletter includes a selection of posts from our local police at the Ku-ring-gai PAC Facebook page (also known as 'eyewatch'), primarily for those not familiar with Facebook. We add anything interesting from a Neighbourhood Watch point-of-view - this could be a local newspaper article, a roadwork warning, crime prevention tip(s), an upcoming Neighbourhood Watch meeting, Q&As from residents, or an item from another Police command ("Crooks know no boundaries!").
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22 February, from Ku-ring-gai Command
 Several roads around Galston and Middle Dural are seeing some flooding, please avoid the following areas where possible and please drive safely. If it’s flooded, forget it! NSW SES Hornsby Unit
 Galston Rd, Galston Sallaway Rd, Galston
Mid Dural Rd, Middle Dural
For emergency assistance during floods and storms, call NSW SES on 132 500. In a life threatening emergency, Call Triple Zero (000).
 If power lines are down, please ensure you remain at least 8m away at all times. Report fallen power lines to your energy distributor:Ausgrid on 131 388
Endeavour Energy on 131 003
Essential Energy on 132 080.
Keep up to date with the latest warnings, visit site here.
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22 February, from Ku-ring-gai Command
Minister for Roads has authorised a One Day exemption on the use of Transit Lanes for drivers with no passengers in their vehicles for the 22nd February ONLY
Does not apply to Bus Lanes or T-WAY
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18 February, from Ku-ring-gai Command: FRIDAY FUNNY to end the week.
Have a great weekend and remember that if you see or hear something suspicious, please call us at the time or as close to the time as possible.
This gives us the best chance of engaging the suspects and check their bona fides
How to contact police and when:
“000” Triple zero - for emergency or life-threatening situations
131 444 (Police Assistance Line) – for non-emergencies
9476 9799 – Hornsby Police station
9418 5399 – Gordon Police station
1800 333 000 (Crime Stoppers) – To provide crime information – You can remain anonymous
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18 February, from Ku-ring-gai Command: The girl missing from Carlingford has been found safe and well.
The 15-year-old was last seen at Arcadian Circuit Carlingford at 11am 18/2/22
Following inquiries by officers attached to Hills Police Area Command and her family she was located safe and well about 12.55pm.
Police would like to thank the followers for their assistance..
Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or visit site here.
Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
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18 February, from Ku-ring-gai Command: WHAT WOULD YOU DO?
A police vehicle is travelling behind you and the officer activates the lights and sirens. You are unsure if they want to pull you over, but the police vehicle stays behind you with the red and blue flashing lights on. What would you do?
1. Keep driving at the speed you were driving because you weren’t breaking any law? They can drive around you.
2. Slow down to below the speed limit, just to be sure, but keep driving?
3. Stop in the lane you were driving in because you think they want you to stop?
4. Don't panic, slow down, pull over to the left and stop when safe to do so?
Answer:
Drum roll  ….The answer is (4) and yes, there are those drivers who either panic or are unsure as to what to do and have reacted by way of (1), (2) and (3).
There are many reasons police pull drivers over. Some of these are for a random breath test and a random drug test. It may be police have a reasonable suspicion you are driving with an expired driver’s licence or an unregistered vehicle. They may have spotted an unsafe load in your vehicle, a tyre that is running flatter than it should or lights that aren’t switched on, an indicator that isn’t working. Maybe you or a passenger weren’t wearing a seatbelt or for speeding or your manner of driving.
Whenever a police vehicle activates their warning lights and or sirens, which indicates they want you to stop and you MUST stop.
Please …
DON’T keep driving as this may activate a pursuit.
DON’T simply slow down and keep driving.
DON’T stop in the lane you are in
DO, when safe to do so, pull as far over to the left as possible and stop for the police.
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17 February, from Ku-ring-gai Command
 𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗩𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘 There is a $100,000 reward for information about the 1998 handgun murder of a man at Castle Hill.
38-year old Paul Stanton Burt was killed in the driveway of his Castle Hill home shortly before 6am on February 24 1998. The self-employed Bobcat operator had been preparing to leave for work.
Someone in the community has information that will help investigators break this case and find those responsible for Mr Burt's murder.
A number of leads have been followed since the 1998 killing.
Police know that several gunshots were fired at close ranged by an unidentified man, armed with a handgun. It's believed he fled the scene in a beige XE Ford Falcon, or similar vehicle.
Despite extensive inquiries - no clear motive for the murder has been established.
The reward may be paid to any person providing information that led to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for Mr Burt's murder.
Anyone who can help police should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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17 February, from Ku-ring-gai Command: LAST 24 HOURS IN THE COMMAND:
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:
5 x Domestic incidents
ASSAULT:
Galston – 1 x assault
TRAFFIC:
Hornsby Heights – Galston Rd - Licence suspended
Arcadia – Fail to stop and exchange particulars
MALICIOUS DAMAGE:
Hornsby - Railway Hotel
Turramurra – damage to vehicle
DRUGS:
Asquith – Peats Ferry Rd - Positive Random Drug test
Hornsby – Coronation St - Cannabis seized
STEALING:
Hornsby Aquatic Centre – handbag stolen
Hornsby – credit cards stolen
Wahroonga – Commemorative coins stolen
FRAUD:
Thornleigh – attempt to obtain funds
Hornsby - $50,000 (Victim’s bank stopped the transfer in time)
TELECOMMUNICATIONS OFFENCE:
Asquith – 1 incident
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17 February, from Ku-ring-gaqi Command: "THROWBACK THURSDAY
Bobbin Head is one of Hornsby Shire’s most beautiful local assets and has long been popular as a splendid place for visitors.
There are several stories around the origin of the name ‘Bobbin Head’, but the most likely is also the most obvious - it’s said to be named after the appearance of a large rock on the headland, which looked like a 'bobbing head'.
Although visitors have been enjoying the park near the water since 1894 nothing compares to what Bobbin Head was like during and after the 1930s. It was around this time when unemployment relief labour was used to build picnic shelters, parking areas and play equipment for children to enjoy. The Bobbin Inn opened in 1937 and the magnificent building was regularly booked out for parties, functions and passing trade during this period.
For more stories, documents and historic pictures from Hornsby Shire check out here.
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15 February, from Ku-ring-gai Command:
The Hills Police Area Command are appealing for information following an attempted ram raid in Glenorie a fortnight ago.
About 11.30pm on Sunday, 30 January 2022, officers attached to The Hills Police Area Command were called to a shopping centre on Old Northern Road, Glenorie, following reports of an attempted robbery of an ATM outside the shopping complex.
Police have been told a white Toyota Hilux drove to the location before the three occupants attempted to dislodge the machine.
Following a number of unsuccessful attempts, the three unknown people drove from the scene.
About 12.30am on Monday, 31 January 2022, emergency services were called to a vehicle fire on McClymont Road, Kenthurst.
Fire and Rescue NSW officers extinguished the blaze a short time later; however, the vehicle – a Toyota Hilux – was destroyed.
Initial inquiries have led police to believe the vehicle was stolen.
As police continue their investigations into the incidents – which are believed to be linked – they are appealing for anyone with information or who has dashcam footage to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or visit site here. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
Watch video here.
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21 February, from Neighbourhood Watch Australasia: Quick Tip
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Maybe you listened in and heard our Neighbourhood Watch volunteers, Simon and Graham? They were sharing what Neighbourhood Watch Ku-ring-gai & Hornsby are up to, including the upcoming 'Everything for Seniors' crime prevention stall 10am-2pm Wed 23 March 2022 @ Turramurra Uniting Church. They also discussed how to report crime.
You can livestream from the Triple H website here.
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21 February, from Police Transport Command - NSW Police Force
Officers from the Police Transport Command North West Sector conducted a two day high visibility operation across the North West Metro, Western, Richmond and Blue Mountains Line.
Operation Disrupt resulted in 35 arrests, 47 charges, 54 move on directions and 110 infringements issued.
6 people charged with Robbery, 10 people charged with drug related offences, 8 knives/weapons located, 6 charged with Goods in Custody and 3 with assault.
Overall the operation was successful with a reduction in reported crime over the period.
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Dates for the Diary
Sunday 06 March: Clean Up Australia Day
Saturday 19 March: FREE Rural e-waste drop off day 8am - 2pm @ Rural Sports Facility, 18-20 Bayfield Road, Galston (Entry via Mansfield Road, Galston) Info or phone 13 70 30.
Thursday 24 February: 6-7:30pm Hornsby Shire Council - Teaching your Learner Driver - GLS Presentation via Zoom Bookings/Info here.
Friday 24 March 2022: Ku-ring-gai Council's Everything for Seniors Day - crime prevention stall - TBC.
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18 February, from South Australia Police: ATTENTION ONLINE SELLERS
There have been reports of robberies after victims have listed items for sale on popular buying/selling websites and social media. Items commonly targeted are Apple products, jewellery, designer shoes/clothes, and vehicles.
If you are selling items online then please follow this safety advice:
 Always meet in a public space that you are familiar with, ideally in an area with CCTV cameras, during daylight hours.
Gather details about the potential buyer before meeting -- their name, phone number and email address.
Tell at least one person where you are going and who you are with, consider bringing someone else along.
Ask for identification from the buyer. E.g., A driver’s licence, if they request a ‘test drive’.
Take note of the person’s appearance and their vehicle and registration number.
Be conscious that fake internet banking records can be created. Do not hand over items until you see the funds arrive in your account.
If the buyer wishes to pay with cash, confirm they have money to pay. Sometimes the offenders are hoping to grab the items quickly and run- reducing their exposure and minimising the chance of being identified.
 For non-urgent police assistance, please call 131 444 To report suspicious behaviour, please call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at crimestopperssa.com.au. You can remain anonymous.
In an emergency, please call Triple Zero (000)
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18 February, from Australian Federal Police
Still feeling loved up after Valentine’s Day? Spare a thought for Des, a South Australian farmer who travelled to West Africa for love…only to be kidnapped as part of a romance scam.
Episode three of Crime Interrupted covers Operation Streambank, and includes special first-hand commentary from Des himself!
To hear how Des was scammed, snatched and saved, search for Crime Interrupted wherever you listen to your podcasts, or visit site here. Thanks to South Australia Police for their assistance and involvement with Operation Streambank and this episode.
Watch video here.
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17 February, Shared with permission from the Berowra Community group yesterday:
Parcels stolen today, please be aware there is a man in a hi vis vest stealing parcels. It seems like he is following the delivery drivers as our parcels were stolen within minutes of being put on our front verandah.
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From NHW in Ku-ring-gai & Hornsby: 'Our 20 Favourite Crime Prevention Tips for the Staff in Aged Care '
Tip #4. HOLD REGULAR STAFF TRAINING IN RELATION TO PERSONAL SAFETY & SECURITY.
Tip #8. ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES KNOW ALL PHONE NUMBERS & CONTACT DETAILS FOR EVERY KIND OF EMERGENCY. All office phones should have
emergency/important phone numbers as speed dial.
Tip #15. ALL COMPUTER ACCESS TO BE MONITORED & PASSWORDS CHANGED
REGULARLY.
Tip #19. FOR DEACTIVATED STAFF, ENSURE ALL COMPUTER ACCESS IS REMOVED,
AND KEYS & SWIPE CARDS ARE RETURNED.
For more tips and translations, look at our website 'Tips' page here. Or try our WatchOut! website here, for links to some great information available on the internet. Or request a copy in your inbox here.
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18 February, from Tiny Hawk Carry on Laughing
Watch video here
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IMPORTANT CONTACTS & LINKS
Emergency (Police/Fire/Ambulance): 000
TTY: 106
NSW Police - Ku-ring-gai Police Area Command (PAC): 9476 9799
Hornsby Police Station, 292 Peats Ferry Road, Hornsby 2077
Local Police Facebook page: @Kuring Gai PAC
Non-emergency two-way communication
Police Assistance Line (PAL): 131 444
For non-urgent minor crime (Only victims may report.)
NSW Police Community Portal
Online reporting of non-emergency minor crime: lost property, intentional damage, graffiti or theft.
Interpreting & Translating Services: 131 450
NSW Police - website for crime prevention advice
Never be afraid or embarrassed to report a crime, concern or fear you have to the Police. The Police are here to help you.
Crime Stoppers NSW: 1800 333 000
Report crime anonymously
Report suspicious activity ASAP
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No density limits apply 
Selling your car online? Be careful. 
