Raceview and Harrisville learn about cybersafety

Seniors from Raceview and Harrisville attended the Tact Before Text presentation delivered by Dr Cassandra Cross, focusing on Cybercrime, and found out more than they thought.

The Tact Before Text project was created to educate and empower our more vulnerable community members, including seniors and international students, by providing cyber safety strategies and initiatives to safeguard them from becoming victims of cybercrime. This project was developed as apart of a grant provided by Suncorp and the Queensland Police Service Safer Qld Community Grant this year.
The Tact Before Text presentation raises awareness of the dangers and risks associated with the use of the internet and social media, and practical information focusing on internet safety, and how to report.
The presentation encourages users to think, before texting, before sending personal information protecting their identity and managing their reputation online
Dr Cross dispelled most of the myths and provided advice around crime prevention strategies to minimise becoming

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Stolen vehicle alert, Friday May 19

In the past, many vehicles have been taken while the victims were at home. Keys, mobile phones and cash were also stolen after thieves allegedly gained entry to homes and easily located car keys in plain view.
Police advise that residents should secure their homes and vehicles to avoid opportunistic thefts. Hiding car keys and valuables will make it difficult for offenders to steal your vehicle and other property.
Ask yourself, “Where are my car keys?”
If you can secure your car in a garage or park your vehicle inside of your yard rather than on the street, this will also assist in the prevention of number plates being stolen.

Vehicle Type
Colour       
Vehicle Registration     
Vehicle Description       
Date Reported   

Honda Crf450r
NIL
NIL
Motorcycle off road
18/05/17

Honda Crf150rb
NIL
Red
Motorcycle off road
18/05/17

Mitsubishi Lancer
Silver
389RCY
Hatchback
18/05/17

 
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
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