Have you got time to help ensure security in your east Auckland neighborhood?

Howick/Botany Neighbourhood Support is publicly appealing for more street co-ordinators.

“By becoming a street co-ordinator, you can foster connections with your neighbours,” the group’s secretary Shelley Smithies says.

“Help us build safe, resilient and connected communities.

“Neighbourhood Support is backed by police, Fire and Emergency NZ, and local government, and is largely driven by passionate volunteers.

“Let’s work together to strengthen our community. We’d love to see one of our Neighbourhood Support Street signs in every street.

“If we all look after each other, our street, block, suburb and neighbourhood can be a better and safer place.”

Street co-ordinators create and maintain a list of their neighbours’ contact details, are invited to quarterly gatherings with informative guest speakers and forge connections with fellow residents whether renters or homeowners.

They also encourage a strong community spirit which helps reduce crime risks, and play a vital role in creating a safer and more welcoming environment for all.

• Phone Gay Sykes on 027 271 2494 or email howickbotanynhs@gmail.com for more details.