WAGGA residents have reached the end of their tether as hoons continue to keep the neighbourhood awake at all hours of the night.
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Reports of burnouts and reckless driving have been noted in the outer suburbs like Glenfield Park and Ashmont through to the city centre, and Wagga Neighbourhood Watch is urging those affected to keep a record of the behaviour.
"It comes down to the more public information we can provide to police, the better they can tackle the issue," Wagga Neighbourhood Watch president Wayne Deaner said.
"We understand it's hard to get out of bed at 3am and note down details, but unfortunately by the time police get there, they're often long gone and your information is all they have."
Mr Deaner said details such as a vehicle's make, model and registration were important to note.
Residents took to Facebook to express their concerns, with some saying the issue "goes on and on", and others pleading for police support.
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However, police resources are stretched as the border lockdown continues, according to Mr Deaner.
"We do have a lack of police, particularly now with COVID-19," he said.
"A lot are doing what they have to, and I can honestly say they are doing their best under the circumstances, but this is where the community needs to help out and provide police with as much information as they can.
"If you want to look after your neighbourhood, you have to do your bit."
Mr Deaner said Wagga Member for Parliament Joe McGirr was also across the issue.
In a letter sent to Mr Deaner by Dr McGirr, he said he "appreciates the seriousness of concerns raised", and that he had written to the Riverina Police District Commander Superintendent Bob Noble to follow up the issue.