Is your home safe?
Crime Stoppers and RACT have joined forces this summer to launch a new campaign urging Tasmanians to keep their homes secure during the holiday period.
The Safer Homes, Stronger Communities campaign highlights the importance of locking up and taking simple precautions to protect homes, particularly during summer when increased travel and time away could leave properties more vulnerable to burglary and theft.
Is your home really as secure as you think? With burglaries tending to rise during holiday periods and times when people are away, understanding what thieves may look for could make a real difference in protecting your home and peace of mind.
That’s why we’ve partnered with RACT to help Tasmanians take simple, practical steps to help reduce the risk of theft and feel more confident about their home security. By knowing which items are commonly targeted and how to protect them, you could make your home a less appealing target and help keep your community safer.
Cash & Jewellery
Cash and jewellery are small, easy to grab and often the first things thieves look for – especially in bedrooms 💍💵 Avoid drawers and jewellery boxes. Unexpected hiding spots or a small, bolted-down safe can help keep valuables out of reach.
Understanding what thieves target can help you take simple steps to protect your home. Together with RACT, Crime Stoppers is helping Tasmanians make their homes safer – one small action at a time.
Keys
Keys don’t just open doors – they give access to other valuables and vehicles 🔑🚗 Keep keys out of sight and away from doors and windows. Leave spare keys with trusted neighbours or friends, not hidden outside your home.
Safer homes create stronger communities! With RACT, Crime Stoppers is helping Tasmanians protect their homes, one simple step at a time.
Electronics
Laptops, tablets and gaming consoles are popular targets – especially when they’re easy to spot from outside 💻🎮 Keep electronics out of sight, enable tracking where possible, and label or engrave devices to make them harder to resell.
Know what wanna-be burglars are after! Crime Stoppers and RACT are helping Tasmanians make their homes safer – one smart move at a time.
Personal ID & Documents
Passports and important paperwork are valuable for more than just what’s inside them 📄🪪 Store documents in a locked cabinet or safe, and consider encrypted digital backups or keeping copies with someone you trust.
Understanding what thieves want can save you a lot of stress. Together with RACT, Crime Stoppers is helping Tasmanians safeguard their homes, step by step.
Credit Cards & Small Valuables
Wallets, watches and handbags can disappear in seconds if they’re left within reach ⌚👛 Avoid leaving valuables on benches or entry tables. A simple habit change can make a big difference.
Thieves target what’s easiest to grab. Crime Stoppers and RACT are here to help you secure your home and valuables – one action at a time.
Power Tools
Power tools are high-value and easy to resell – making garages and sheds common targets 🔧🔫 Lock tools away when not in use, record serial numbers, and engrave or label them to help deter theft.
Smart homes start with smart choices. Crime Stoppers and RACT are helping Tasmanians take simple actions to keep burglars out.
Prescription Medications
Medication theft is on the rise, especially prescription painkillers 💊 Store medications in a lockable cabinet, keep them out of reach from visitors, and safely dispose of anything you no longer need.
Protect your home with small but mighty steps! Crime Stoppers and RACT – helping Tasmanians to stay safe.
Home deliveries
Opportunistic thieves often target packages that are left in plain view at the front door or in the letter box 🏠📫 Visible deliveries can signal that no one is home, making them an easy and low risk target for theft.
Protect your home deliveries by ensuring parcels are left out of sight, someone is home to collect them or us an alternate delivery address. A lock on your letter box can protect small items and personal letters.