CRIME has no place in Doonside and the dedicated Doonside Neighbourhood Watch Group is making sure there are always watchful eyes keeping the neighbourhood’s families, homes and streets safe.

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Cheryl Duvenage, public relations officer for the group, took a stern stance on crime, explaining that the neighbourhood watch strives to make it as difficult as possible for criminals to succeed.  

“A safe community starts with all of us. By joining our neighbourhood watch, you become part of a team dedicated to keeping our families, homes, and streets safe,” said Duvenage.

The group is officially registered with the Amanzimtoti police and community policing forum. It watches over Doonside, Doon Heights, Shulton Park and Beach Road, Doonside.

What can residents do to help?

• Be alert

• Look out for one another

• Report suspicious activity

• Build a stronger, safer community

“Whether you can patrol, assist with communication, or simply stay vigilant, your involvement matters. Together we can protect what matters most. Join our neighbourhood watch today and be part of the solution,” encouraged Duvenage.

For further information, contact chairperson Elna Bogaard on 073 202 6385, public relations officer Cheryl Duvenage on 076 684 1027, or patrol leader Peter Langley on 064 964 5435.

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