It’s the time of year when things are winding down at work and holiday plans are made. Do you plan on being on going away? Remember that thieves don’t take holidays – in fact the festive season is arguably the busiest time for crooks. We see a rise in the number of burglaries during this... Read more
The Australian Security Industry Associated Limited (ASIAL) is the largest Association representing the security industry in Australia, representing almost 85 percent of the Australian security industry. ASIAL was established in 1969 to support its members and to promote industry standards and ensure the interests of the public are safeguarded when they deal with members of... Read more
In August 2011, Australia’s worst house fire took the lives of 11 people: three women, four teenagers and four children under the age of 10 from two families. The two-storey house was damaged to such an extent that the exact cause of the fire has not yet been determined nearly three years later. But regardless... Read more
Even if you are located outside the larger metropolitan areas of Victoria, it is still vital to ensure that your business is adequately covered by insurance. Your business is your livelihood so you need to protect it. Depending on the type of business you have, there many different types of insurance to cover you. These... Read more
We all want to feel safe in our home, and one of the ways we can do that is to work as a community and be alert to things that are happening in our neighbourhoods. If you notice anything suspicious, contact Crime Stoppers and help to tackle crime. Everyone can make a difference by speaking... Read more
An internet protocol camera, or IP camera, is a type of digital video camera. IP cameras are becoming the new benchmark in surveillance when combined with closed circuit television (CCTV), creating a much more effective security system for your business or industrial site. The security industry is currently dominated by what are called analog cameras.... Read more
Some retail businesses find that the performance of their stores is seriously affected by shoplifting and internal theft costs. The Australian Retail Association states that retail theft forms part of the largest crime category in Australia, costing businesses more than $4 billion each year. This represents shrinkage to the value of between two and four... Read more
Based in Portland, we provide security products and services to residents living in towns located on the south-west coast of Victoria including Dartmoor and Heywood. The Victoria Police news website is an excellent resource for Victorian residents as it has the latest news, statistics and tips from experienced police task-force workers. The saying goes that... Read more
We are based in Portland, which is just under an hour’s drive from the coastal town of Port Fairy. We pride ourselves on servicing towns across Victoria, providing individuals, businesses and industries with credible security services. Vital to our credibility first and foremost is ensuring our staff is qualified and up-to-date with security training and... Read more
Hamilton is located in western Victoria, in the Southern Grampians local government area. We are passionate about providing the ultimate in security for clients in towns we service including Hamilton. That’s why we custom design CCTV systems for businesses of any size. Our experienced staff will be able to recommend how many cameras you need,... Read more
