Updates - HSM Security

August 3, 2026

HSM Business Spotlight: Flaxmere Pharmacy

HSM Business Spotlight: Flaxmere Pharmacy We’re kicking off our very first HSM Business Spotlight with Flaxmere Pharmacy! On 27 July 2026, Flaxmere Pharmacy opened the doors to its brand-new location on Swansea Road, marking an exciting new chapter for the team and the community they serve. The new store gives Flaxmere Pharmacy a fresh space […]

July 30, 2026

Introducing HSM Business Spotlight: Giving Our Clients The Microphone

Introducing HSM Business Spotlight! At HSM, we’re lucky to work alongside businesses doing great things across Hawke’s Bay and beyond, and we’re excited to launch something new this August that puts the spotlight on them. HSM Business Spotlight is our new radio campaign celebrating local businesses making exciting moves across Hawke’s Bay and giving them […]

September 8, 2025

Heading Away? Here’s how to protect your home

After eight weeks of exploring your most frequently asked questions, we thought it was the perfect time to circle back to where this series began, your home security. One of the simplest but most overlooked areas of protection is your valuables and how visible they are. Laptops, handbags, and devices sitting near windows can catch […]

Does your site need an extra set of eyes

September 1, 2025

Could your site benefit from an extra set of eyes?

Happy Monday everyone! We’re back with Part 8 of our Tips of the Week series. Each week, we answer one of your most commonly asked questions. A question we hear often is: what’s the role of a static guard, and when would you use one? Static guards are useful in many situations. They provide extra […]

August 18, 2025

Unlock the Full Potential of Your Security System

Unlock the Full Potential of Your Security System Happy Monday everyone! We’re back with Part 6 of our Tips of the Week series. Each week, we unpack a common security question or share a helpful reminder. This week’s tip is a little different. Your security system can do much more than protect your property. […]

August 11, 2025

Fire Safety Equipment: Easy to Check, Crucial to Have.

Good afternoon! We’re back with Part 5 of our Tips of the Week series, and this one’s an important reminder. Whether you’re managing a business or looking after a property, fire safety is critical to keeping people safe.First things first, take a look at your fire extinguishers. Are they in date and ready to use? […]

August 4, 2025

Sick of your current gate setup? Here’s how to improve it

Sick of your current gate setup? Here’s how to improve it Another Monday has rolled around, which means it’s time for Part 4 of our Tips of the Week series. This week, we’re focusing on Gates and Entry Points. Whether it’s your home, business, or a larger site, how people enter and exit matters more […]

July 28, 2025

Monitored Alarm System. Responding When You Can’t.

Welcome back to Part 3 of our Tips of the Week series. Every Monday, we answer common questions from our customers. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>So far, we’ve shared tips on making your property look lived in while you’re away and getting the most from your camera system. This week, we’re focusing on something just as important: your monitoring […]

July 21, 2025

Thinking About Getting Cameras? Here’s What to Consider.

As promised, here’s Part 2 of our Tips of the Week series. After a few questions about camera placement and upgrades, we thought we’d address it here. If you’ve got more questions like this, feel free to get in touch, we’re always happy to help. Cameras are one of the most effective ways to add […]

July 14, 2025

Heading Away? Here’s How to Protect your Home

Morning everyone. It’s another chilly Monday, and a good time to kick off the first of our weekly tips.One thing we get asked a lot is what to do when you’re going away. So, this week’s tip is all about making your home still feel “lived in” while you’re not there. If you’ve got a […]

July 11, 2025

HSM Tips of the Week

At HSM we get asked questions all the time. Whether it’s how to protect your home while your away or what response plan works best for different properties, people want advice they can trust so we thought we would introduce HSM tips of the week.We thought it would be helpful to start sharing those answers. […]

August 15, 2024

Bryce Mitchell Appointed to HSM Senior Management

HSM is thrilled to announce the promotion of Bryce Mitchell to Head of Sales & Marketing, joining our senior management team. Bryce brings extensive experience from the telecommunications industry. Throughout his career, he has held senior roles in sales, operations, quality assurance, and leadership. He is passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences and tailoring solutions […]

June 12, 2024

HSM participate in Futureopoly careers event

HSM took part in the Futureopoly careers event organised by The Graeme Dingle Foundation at the Hawkes Bay Showgrounds. Wednesday 5th June. The event gave HSM the chance to connect with local high school students. It also showcased the wide range of career opportunities available within the company. By utilising a game structure, the event […]

May 28, 2024

HSM hosts Hastings Girls’ High

HSM hosts Hastings Girls’ High The Graeme Dingle Foundation has launched a commendable programme aimed at broadening the career horizons of high school students. This initiative addresses a common misconception among students that college is the sole pathway to a successful career. The Foundation highlights alternative career options and pathways. As a result, its goal […]

February 21, 2024

Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce and HSM Group host Chamber members

Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce and HSM Group host Chamber members Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce recently teamed up with HSM Group to host the Chamber’s first Business After 4 business networking event for 2024. Members of HSM Group’s Senior Management Team conducted guided tours of our premises and provide short presentations and information on […]

November 20, 2023

Copper Phone Line Going? Act Now to Continue your Monitoring!

In the ever-evolving landscape of security systems, change is inevitable, and it might be knocking on your door sooner than you think. If you’re still using your phone line to monitor your security system, recent notifications may have alerted you to the impending shifts in monitoring methods. New Zealand is witnessing the disconnection of copper […]

November 1, 2023

Office Server & CCTV Tidy Up!

Check these before and after shots for one of our Hawkes Bay clients. All cabling is now grouped appropriately, tethered together as necessary and much easier to identify and access. Which photo resembles your office? If your office wiring looks like the birds nest in the first photo, contact us today to get an obligation […]

June 26, 2016

Tips to keep your property safe.

Next time you going to be away for an extended period? Here are a few helpful tips to keep your property safe: Lock all windows and doors. Don’t forget your garage and garden sheds etc. If you receive daily newspapers, cancel delivery whilst on holiday. Have somebody trustworthy clear your mailbox. Before you leave, mow […]

June 26, 2016

Patrol Guard averts major fire

Patrol guard averts major fire. A major industrial area fire was recently averted thanks to the quick actions of an HSM Patrol Guard. During a routine patrol, the guard smelt smoke and immediately investigated. During a routine check on the business premises the guard smelt smoke and immediately advised a HSM Monitoring Operator to dispatch […]

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