The Safer Papakura Trust keeps Papakura looking good and feeling safe.  We specialise in graffiti removal on all public property with private property contracts available at exceptional rates.  We take pride in the service our town centre Ambassadors provide - the eyes and ears of your community. Graffiti Graffiti has existed since ancient times, with examples going back to Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. The term comes from the Greek word graphein which means "to write." Webster’s Dictionary it as "an inscription, slogan, drawing, etc., scratched, scribbled, or drawn, often crudely, on a wall or other public surface." Graffiti can be anything from simple scratch marks to elaborate wall paintings. In modern times, spray paint and permanent markers have become the most commonly-used materials. In most countries, defacing property with graffiti without the property owner’s consent is considered vandalism, which is punishable by law. A new strategy called the STOP Strategy, was introduced in 2008 to help combat graffiti vandalism and hold the vandals to account for the damage caused.  To find out more about these new laws visit http://www.lgnz.co.nz/projects/SocialandCommunityIssues/GraffitiVandalism/StopStrategy/index.html . Sometimes graffiti is employed to communicate social and political messages. To some, it is an art form worthy of display in galleries and exhibitions. However, the public generally frowns upon "tags" that deface bus stops, trains, buildings, playgrounds and other public property. As a part of many green environmental initiatives, many towns are debating the idea of imposing fines on building owners who do not deal with graffiti as part of their building maintenance programme. We all know that a tag that is left on property attracts other tags.  It is best to remove the tag by painting out or with removal products just as soon as it occurs.  The Safer Papakura Trust works daily to remove tags from our sight but you can help too by keeping an eye out for tags and taggers.  Graffiti has existed since ancient times, with examples going back to Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. The term comes from the Greek word graphein which means "to write." Webster’s Dictionary it as "an inscription, slogan, drawing, etc., scratched, scribbled, or drawn, often crudely, on a wall or other public surface." Graffiti can be anything from simple scratch marks to elaborate wall paintings. In modern times, spray paint and permanent markers have become the most commonly-used materials. In most countries, defacing property with graffiti without the property owner’s consent is considered vandalism, which is punishable by law. A new strategy called the STOP Strategy, was introduced in 2008 to help combat graffiti vandalism and hold the vandals to account for the damage caused.  To find out more about these new laws visit http://www.lgnz.co.nz/projects/SocialandCommunityIssues/GraffitiVandalism/StopStrategy/index.html . Sometimes graffiti is employed to communicate social and political messages. To some, it is an art form worthy of display in galleries and exhibitions. However, the public generally frowns upon "tags" that deface bus stops, trains, buildings, playgrounds and other public property. As a part of many green environmental initiatives, many towns are debating the idea of imposing fines on building owners who do not deal with graffiti as part of their building maintenance programme. We all know that a tag that is left on property attracts other tags.  It is best to remove the tag by painting out or with removal products just as soon as it occurs.  The Safer Papakura Trust works daily to remove tags from our sight but you can help too by keeping an eye out for tags and taggers.  If you see a tagger - what should you do? Get a description of the tagger Get a photo or a description of the tag If you can get a car registration number that would be great too Ring the police or the Safer Papakura Trust on 295 1300. Volunteer Graffiti Removal - the Adopt a Spot Progamme We are always looking for community minded individuals to help.  Talk to us now about the Adopt a Spot programme.   You can adopt any spot you like!  It may be a bus shelter, a walkway, a lampost - anything that taggers like to scribble upon.  Volunteers are provided with FREE paint and the brushes to keep their spot clean.  Ambassadors Our team of ambassadors walk the town centre keeping an eye on the day to day activities within the town centre.  They are there to help shoppers and businesses within the town.  If you see anything suspicious call the Safer Papakura Trust on the number below.  If it is an urgent call, don't hesitate, ring 111.  How can the The Safer Papakura Trust help your business? We can provide graffiti removal services and security services for your business at competitive rates.  To see how competitive we can be ... call now on 09 298 1828 for a no obligation quote. We take pride in our community and we know you do too.  Together we can all make a big difference to the way this community feels and sees Papakura.  Phone: 09 298 1828 Email: admin@saferpapakura.co.nz Postal Address: P O Box 72 057, Papakura Physical Address: 78a Great South Road, Papakura   Safer Papakura Trust | Create Your Badge