Last Friday evening, a Matrix Security patrolman was conducting his checks around a school in Glenfield when some children advised him of a fire on their playground. A small fire had started at the base of a rock climbing wall on the playground and one parent was trying to put the fire out using the children’s water bottles, but to no avail. The Matrix Security officer went to get hold…

In the late hours of Saturday night, a Matrix Security static guard was carrying out routine checks when he noticed a suspicious male in the car park of an apartment building in the City. From a distance the man appeared to be holding a weapon and he quickly walked away upon noticing that he was being watched.  Right at that moment the police drove by and the Matrix Security guard…

Tha latest issue of our quarterly newsletter is out now! Be sure to click through to our website and read the publication for all the latest in security news and tips. In this issue we focus on the importance of keeping your children safe; in your home and out in the community. You can also read our previous publications and keep up to speed with the latest news at Matrix…

While patrolling the Remuera township in the early hours of Saturday morning, a Matrix Security officer noticed a suspicious white car slowly driving past on Norana Avenue, while a male walked past some shops a distance away. Upon investigation, the Matrix Security officer discovered a broken shop window and immediately alerted the police. While the police were on site the white car drove past again, this time with the male…

In the early hours of Saturday morning, Matrix Security patrols received notification of an alarm activation at a site in Mt Roskill. This particular site has a history of youth trying to break-in year round therefore police were also notified. Upon arrival, the Matrix Security officer confirmed a break and entry and spoke with neighbours who attested to hearing voices from an adjacent park. Two groups of youth were questioned…

Police are warning residents to be wary of people that come door knocking. There are still numerous reports of people claiming to be ‘looking for a friend’ or a ‘lost pet’, ‘conducting a survey’ or offering home maintenance services like lawn mowing and gardening. Many of these people are believed not to be genuine and are possibly scouting the property and home. If any such person raises your suspicion always…

On December 5th 2011, Matrix Security added another feather to our cap of professionalism. Our new monitoring centre in Penrose received a preliminary C3 grading from the NZSA. After a lengthy process and a lot of hard work, this grading once again highlights Matrix Security’s dedication to maintaining high professional standards. We place great importance in Health and Safety and are always on the look out to improve our policies…

The holiday season usually sees a rise in the number of criminals lurking about, taking advantage of residents being away from home. Over the last few weeks, Matrix Security patrolmen have been busy attending alarm activations all around the Auckland area. The average response time over the month of December has been 6.7 minutes which is a remarkable achievement for the period. When patrols arrive on site, they make a…

Matrix Security has always placed importance in giving back to the community and is especially involved with initiatives aimed at children and young adults. This festive season we were first-time proud sponsors of The Radio Network Special Children’s Christmas Party held on 17th December at the ASB Showgrounds, Greenlane. This event is a way of providing relief to children who are experiencing abuse, life threatening illnesses, physical or mental impairment,…