Christmas and New Year are the main holiday times for Kiwis – going camping, road tripping, visiting family and friends, or travelling overseas – but it’s also the time when we leave our homes unattended. With a little bit of attention and effort, it’s possible to keep burglars and unwanted visitors from ruining your holiday when you get back home.
It’s worth taking heed of a few well thought out tips to keep your home and possessions safe while your away. It doesn’t take much – in essence you want to project the impression that you’re still home – a car in the drive, curtains drawn, lawns mown, mail and junk mail removed daily by one of your neighbours.
To ensure your happy memories of a fantastic holiday aren’t destroyed when you return . . .