Hello Wanaka, we are seeing the start of the seasonal winter workers arriving in town for what may be one of the best winters yet.

With the arrival of the winter staff comes the snow. Now is the time to put the chains back in the car and check your vehicle is winter ready.

I have a snippet of the relevant events and jobs we attended for you this week.

We are investigating a residential burglary in the Meadowstone Drive area. If you have seen any suspicious behaviour in that area in the last week can you let us know please?

We dealt with several family harm incidents including the arrest of a male in relation to a protection order breach.

The cycle helmet campaign is still running, and this is just another reminder to wear your helmet. If anyone knows the consequences of not wearing a helmet I do and if you want to know more about that hit me up and I can explain. Also make sure your bikes have lights if you are riding after dark.

We caught two drink drivers this week including a driver who drove drunk to the supermarket at 7am in the morning.

We had it reported that a person has used a backpackers unlawfully when not booked in and leaving without paying. We have a lead for this which we are following up.

It is worth reminding you all to secure your firewood stores so prying eyes and wandering fingers don’t get hold of your precious firewood. Try not to leave a pile on your driveway for too long.

Thanks for those who have reported strange behaviour or suspicious activity this week. The public are our eyes and ears out there so keep that information coming in. Remember to phone 111 if it is happening now or 105 if it has already happened.

Take care and please be safe.