Police say Rotorua residents are sick of burglars in their community, as more people are alert to suspicious behaviour.
Inspector Ed Van Den Broek, of the Rotorua police, said reported burglaries during the holiday period had been low comparedwith previous years.
He said police worked hard to reduce burglaries because they were aware of the impact they had on victims. He said police were encouraged by the number of people who contacted them about suspicious activity.
"This has increased significantly and shows that people are sick of burglars in our community," Mr Van Den Broek said.
"The message we ask from the community is simple: If you see something suspicious, don't hesitate to call the police on 111. If you are unsure if it is suspicious or not, it probably is and we still want to know about it."