Neighbourhood Watch Moves On
Back in March there were some doubts about the future of Neighbourhood Watch and it was struggling to survive in at least one area in Hervey Bay. But now things are beginning to look up.
The struggling Neighbourhood Watch group in Kawungan is surviving and Neighbourhood Watch in Queensland has a new sponsor.
Minister for Police Judy Spence announced today that the Real Estate Institute of Queensland has agreed to sponsor the program for the next three years.
“When long-time sponsor CGU announced earlier this year it is moving on to other ventures, the Queensland government put out the call for a new organisation to come on board,” Ms Spence said.
“REIQ has eagerly answered that call, and will generously provide $50, 000 in sponsorship per year.
“In addition to this important funding, the REIQ will provide assistance to Neighbourhood Watch with media promotion, branding, education and training.
“This is great news for a very important program that has helped promote community policing for two decades.”
Ms Spence said the REIQ is the peak professional association for the real estate industry and supports real estate agents ensuring a professional service to the public.
“It is great to see a Queensland organisation showing such strong support for local community based initiatives,” Ms Spence said.
“I have no doubt this is the beginning of a fruitful partnership for all parties involved.”
