Coast residents can feel safe and help prevent crime in their community by joining forces with Neighbourhood Watch Queensland.

The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has been named the major sponsor of the Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) Qld program for the next three years.

As the State’s peak professional association for the real estate industry, the REIQ is well-placed to understand and complement the positive work NHW undertakes on a daily basis, and is looking forward to helping promote community safety across Queensland.

With more than 1,900 REIQ accredited agencies operating across the State, REIQ members have close connections with their local communities as well as strong local knowledge – elements that will work in synergy with the NHW program.

From 1 July, the REIQ will provide $50,000 in sponsorship per year as well as give assistance to NHW with media promotion, branding, education and training.

The REIQ will also encourage members to get actively involved in local NHW programs around the State

The REIQ is joining the NHW program at an exciting time with a review of the program currently under way.

There are 638 NHW areas across Queensland and the review will ensure this vital community program remains relevant and contemporary.

Over the next three years, the REIQ will assist the in NHW’s vital role of ensuring that Queensland is a safer place to live so this highly-regarded crime prevention program continues to go from strength to strength.

For a list of REIQ accredited agencies in your local area visit www.reiq.com.au or phone 07 3249 7347