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CAR-SAFE - Latest News
July 2008 Every day, on average two stolen vehicles are involved in a crash in New South Wales, resulting in 234 casualties between 1999/00 and 2006/07. See the latest edition of Theft Matters for more details. July 2008 Hyundai and Nissan become the first volume manufacturers to adopt secure compliance labels on their entire range, Victoria Police work with local councils to investigate the growing number of older unrecovered vehicles, the NMVTRC proposes to trial first option salvage sales to accredited recyclers, and the ACT Government’s immobiliser scheme moves into its second phase. Plus, a look at the outcomes of the 2008 StratPlan workshops. See the latest edition of Theft Torque for more details. June 2008
March 2008
IAATI’s 56th Annual International Training Seminar 3 - 7 August 2008 Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour, Sydney Sydney, Australia is the venue for the International Association of Auto Theft Investigator’s 56th Annual International Training Seminar 2008. This four day seminar is expected to attract over 350 delegates from all parts of the world to discuss current vehicle theft issues and trends, prevention initiatives, the latest technological and policy solutions, and practical training in vehicle theft detection and investigation. This seminar will focus on three streams, being police, insurance and strategic and as such will be of particular interest to law enforcement, vehicle manufacturers, insurers, transport and registration authorities, customs, private investigators, motor trades, forensic locksmiths, crime prevention practitioners, academics and researchers, manufacturers of vehicle security products. This training seminar will provide a great opportunity for personnel to obtain the latest up to date information on the many facets of vehicle theft that impact upon or relate to the role of your agency, which can be utilised in the future. February 2008 January 2008 December 2007 November 2007 November 2007 October 2007 September 2007 More motorcycles are stolen at residential locations than public places, with less than 3 in 10 recovered. See the latest edition of Theft Matters for more details. The NMVTRC and Victoria Police host a successful international vehicle crime conference in Melbourne, the introduction of a new robotic applicator for microdots is announced, and Secure By Design visits Hobart, Brisbane, Darwin, and Melbourne. For more information, see the latest edition of Theft Torque. Passenger/light commercials reach a new 12 month low of 62,973 thefts, with motorcycle thefts dropping slightly for the March quarter. Also, some preliminary observations on recovered vehicles in the Bankstown local government area. For more information, see the May 2007 edition of Theft Watch. This quarter, Theft Matters reports on theft rates for immobilised vehicles in Australia. Click here for more details.
Secure By Design to kick off in April alongside the 2007 Strategic Planning forums. Plus, Operation Bounce Back 2007 updates and the NMVTRC’s new project with New South Wales Police and Insurance Australia Group. For more information, see the latest edition of Theft Torque. Passenger/light commercial thefts drop by more than 5,000 in 2006. For more details on this, and a state and territory round-up for the year, see the latest edition of Theft Watch.
Victoria Police and the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council are hosting the Melbourne International Vehicle Crime Conference 13th – 14th June 2007 Significant reductions in motor vehicle crime have been achieved across Australia over the past five years. In Victoria, vehicle thefts have been reduced by 48% as a result of focused efforts by police, government agencies, industry and the community. This important conference will build on these successes and set the scene for developing new responses to the challenges of 21st century crime. Featuring presentations from acknowledged national and international experts the conference will focus on strategic and operational responses that include:
Understanding the 'New' Vehicle Crime Innovations in Policing Strategies Next Generation Vehicle Technology Young People & Vehicle Theft Industry Practices Insurance & Car Crime Community Partnerships Academic Stream Attendance at this International event is a must for all those with a professional interest in reducing vehicle crime including: Senior Police Managers Crime Investigators Insurance Investigators & Claims Managers Vehicle Manufacturers Government Policy Managers Crime Prevention Officers Community Safety Practitioners Local Safety Committees Other attractions include Social Events at Iconic Melbourne Venues Optional Victoria Police and Industry Site Visits Restricted Sessions Exhibition & Display To register an expression of interest click here. Further details on the conference can be found here.
This quarter, Theft Matters looks at changing theft profiles with respect to vehicle age as an indicator of immobiliser success. Click here for more details. The latest edition of Theft Torque introduces a number of new vehicle theft reforms, and provides updates on some continuing projects aimed at addressing Australia’s unrecovered rate. See the December issue of Theft Torque for more details. NT Department of Justice launches first Operation Bounce Back The National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council (NMVTRC) today congratulated the NT Department of Justice on its Operation Bounce Back campaign to further prevent vehicle theft and immobilise older vehicles. Click here to read more. The article Real steal car deal (Victorian Sunday Herald Sun, 3 December 2006) has caused some confusion in relation to which Local Government Areas (LGAs) are likely to receive an NMVTRC grant for a car crime community education program in 2007. The NMVTRC annually selects around 23 LGAs from around Australia to participate in its Operation Bounce Back program. They are selected on the basis of high theft rates and older vehicle populations. Negotiations for the 2006-2007 round of grants are not expected to conclude until January 2007. The NMVTRC therefore requests that individuals do not contact their local Council at this stage to enquire about the program or about applying for an immobiliser installation. Any queries should instead be directed to the NMVTRC on Freecall 1300 668 410 or via e-mail at info@carsafe.com.au. We look forward to getting Operation Bounce Back underway in early 2007 and working with our selected Councils throughout the year. November 2006 edition of "Theft Watch" Passenger and light commercial thefts continue to drop, however missing motorcycles are on the rise. For more detail on theft statistics across Australia, see the latest edition of Theft Watch. October 2006 edition of “Theft Torque ” The NMVTRC releases a summarised version of the 2006 Annual Report, and introduces two new youth related projects. Also, preparations begin for Operation Bounce Back 2006/7. For more details, see the latest edition of Theft Torque. October 2006 edition of “Theft Watch” The NMVTRC moves towards a new format for Theft Watch, with data for motorcycles presented separately in recognition of the differences between motorcycle theft and other vehicle theft. Also, we delve into the age profiles of unrecovered vehicles in our bigger states from 2001 to current. See Theft Watch for more details. October 2006 edition of 'Theft Matters" This quarter, Theft Matters reports on sales of large cars since 2003/4 and possible trends for vehicle theft. Click here for more details.StratPlan 2006 – Theft-proofing Australia’s vehicle fleet by 2010 To catch up on the outcomes of the 2006 Strategic Planning meetings plus the latest U-Turn and Operation Bounce Back updates, see the latest edition of Theft Torque. June 2006 edition of "Theft Matters" The June 2006 edition of “Theft Matters” has been released, reporting on the sales and thefts of scooters across Australia. Scooter sales have increased dramatically in the last few years, however scooter thefts have remained relatively stable, however this may change as the popularity of scooters continues to rise. To view the NMVTRC’s other quarterly newsletters (Theft Watch and Theft Torque), as well as reports, public education materials, and up to date vehicle theft statistics, visit the publications section of the CARSAFE website
June 2006 edition of "Theft Watch" The first three months of 2006 again delivered good news for the vehicle theft reform process with numbers falling nationally by a further 3 per cent. See the latest edition of Theft Watch for more details
Local Theft Prevention Campaign Applauded The City of Glenorchy (TAS) launched its Operation Bounce Back project today with a screening of three TV advertisements focusing on vehicle theft prevention. The project will immobilise up to 100 older vehicles and educate the City of Glenorchy about car theft.
U-Turn Queensland Wins Theft Prevention Award U-Turn Queensland has won the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators’ (IAATI) award for outstanding achievement in theft reduction. See our latest Theft Torque for details.
April 2006 edition of "Theft Matters" The April 2006 edition of “Theft Matters” has been released, reporting on the chances of recovering stolen vehicles after 14 days following the theft of the vehicle. The likelihood of recovery drops substantially with time, with over 80% of vehicle recoveries occurring within a week following the theft and 90% occurring within 14 days. To view the NMVTRC’s other quarterly newspapers (Theft Watch and Theft Torque), as well as reports, public education materials and up to date vehicle theft statistics, visit the publications section of the CARSAFE website. The City of Joondalup (WA) launched its Operation Bounce Back project today. The project aims to immobilise up to 130 local older cars, promote vehicle security messages and work with local high schools to educate students about the life and legal consequences of getting involved with car theft. The CEO of Adelaide City Council, Mal Hemmerling, and Commissioner of South Australia, Malcolm Hyde, have written to victims of vehicle theft in the City of Adelaide to offer them a free engine immobiliser under Adelaide City Council’s Operation Bounce Back project. The project is one of twenty local theft prevention projects being funded by the NMVTRC in 2005/06. U-turn Achievements Recognised U-Turn Queensland has been awarded for its outstanding achievement in theft reduction by the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators. "The award is testimony to the commitment of the YMCA and Queensland Police to helping young people get their lives back on track and further evidence that the NMVTRC's program model works"
Casey City Council (Victoria) promoted its NMVTRC - funded Operation Bounce Back at the Berwick show in late February and will be touring other local events and shopping centres over the coming months to advise motorists on securing their cars.
Toowoomba Bounces Back
Stakeholder Reforms Continue to Cut Theft Australia recorded its fourth annual vehicle theft reduction in 2005 with thefts falling a further 8 per cent. See our latest Theft Watch for details. Communities Commit to Combating Car Crime Car thieves in Canning (WA), Toowoomba and Logan (QLD) beware! Operation Bounce Back is about to fit more local cars with engine immobilisers and remind residents about how to secure their cars against theft. The NMVTRC has provided Canning City Council, Safer Toowoomba Partnership and Logan City Council with Bounce Back grants to target the theft of older cars in the their local areas.
Drug Use and Motor Vehicle Theft Offenders Six New OBB Projects Announced Survey of Launceston Drivers Support for Compulsory Immobilisers Continues Lotus Steps Up Security Operation Bounce Back: Targeting Local 'Hotspots' Adelaide (SA) and Stirling (WA) were the first LGAs to sign up for the 2005/06 new grant packages while Greater Geelong (VIC) and Gosnells (WA) have received funding packages to extend their successful 2004/05 Operation Bounce Back projects. Up to another 18 projects will be funded and announced here over the coming months.
Lexus Range to Feature MicroDots Lower Theft Rates Reveal a Change in Theft Trends What’s Hot in the National Capital? ACT Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Mr John Hargreaves, launched the NMVTRC’s Australia’s Most Wanted campaign in Canberra on Monday 14th November. Older models of Commodore, Falcon, Excel, Laser and Corolla are the top theft targets in the ACT with the Minister advising the owners of these cars to fit an engine immobiliser to avoid being a victim of theft. The 2004/05 year saw further key vehicle theft reforms realised, including the launch of National Parts Code and the establishment of a third demonstration U-turn program. In addition, new community education activities—Australia’s Most Wanted and Operation Bounce Back—continued to raise awareness of theft prevention amongst the motoring public. For more details about the year in vehicle theft reform, see the NMVTRC’s Annual Report 2005. Despite significant theft reductions in recent years, vehicle crime remains a significant economic and social burden. Many initiatives over the past several years have impacted on those who profit from car crime but criminal networks are adaptive and vehicle theft reform must continue to evolve in response.
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