Community Safety Month
Held each October, Community Safety Month highlights the many ways we can work together to make the Shire a safer, more connected place to live. Throughout the month, residents of all ages can learn practical safety skills, discover local support services and connect with neighbours, community groups and local government through a range of events and activities.
From Neighbourhood Watch meetings and first aid courses to wellbeing workshops, community festivals and family-friendly activities, there's something for everyone. You'll also find helpful information on a range of community safety topics, including school zone safety, graffiti removal, anti-theft screws and more.
WA Mental Health Week
The Shire also supports Mental Health Week, held from 4 to 11 October.
Mental health is an important part of our overall wellbeing and affects how we think, feel and respond to life's challenges. Looking after our mental health is just as important as caring for our physical health.
To learn more about mental health and available support services, explore the resources below.
Signs of mental health issues - Health Direct
Helping someone else with their mental health - Black Dog Institute
Events
There's a whole range of events running throughout Community Safety Month. Download a fun PDF of the calendar here if you'd like something to print at home!
White Card Skill-up Program
(Ages 16 - 25)
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Wednesday 1 October
10:00am - 3:00pm
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Youth Space, Mead Street, Byford (next to the Skate Park) |
SOLD OUT
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Ride, Thrive and Connect
Freestyle Now BMX/Skate Coaching Sessions
(All ages)
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Friday 2 October
10:00am - 1:00pm
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Byford Skate Park, Mead Street, Byford |
https://events.humanitix.com/ride-thrive-and-connect-free-skateboard-bmx-and-scooter-coaching-session |
Story Time Session
Brave Paws
(Ages 2 - 8)
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Saturday 3 October
10:30am - 11:30am
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Byford Library, South West Hwy, Byford |
https://events.humanitix.com/storytime-brave-paws-with-jessica-ten-vaanholt
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Jarrahdale Log Chop
(All ages)
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Sunday 4 October
10:00am - 4:00pm
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Jarrahdale Oval |
Bookings not required
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St John First Aid for Kids 000 Hero Story Time
(Ages 3 - 5)
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Wednesday 7 October
09:30 - 10:00am
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Byford Library |
https://events.humanitix.com/st-john-first-aid-for-kids-000-hero-story-time-ages-3-to-5 |
ST John First Aid for Kid's
(Ages 6 - 8)
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Wednesday 7 October
10:30 - 11:30am
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Byford Library |
https://events.humanitix.com/st-john-first-aid-for-kids-ages-6-to-8
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St John First Aid for Kid's (Ages 9 -12)
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Wednesday 7 October
11:30am - 12:30pm
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Byford Library |
https://events.humanitix.com/st-johns-first-aid-for-kids-ages-9-to-12
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Story Time with Ranger Thomas
(Ages 2 - 8)
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Wednesday 14 October,
10:00am - 11:00am
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Byford Library |
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Free Community BBQ
Mundijong
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Thursday 15 October,
3:30pm - 5:30pm
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TBC |
Bookings not required |
Mind Dance Workshop
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Monday 19 October,
10:30am - 11:30am
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SJ Community Resource Centre, Paterson Street Mundijong |
https://events.humanitix.com/mind-dance-workshop-mundijong |
Youth x Community Safety Drop-In Session
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Thursday 22 October,
3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Youth Space, Mead Street, Byford (next to the Skate Park) |
Bookings not required
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Nom Cooking
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Wednesday 21 October,
9:30am - 1:30pm
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Bill Hicks Pavillion, Byford |
Email to register: farah.rummani@sjshire.wa.gov.au
Call: 9526 197
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SJ Farmers Market
Free Antitheft Screws
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Saturday 24 October 8am - 12pm |
2 Paterson Street Mundijong |
Bookings not required
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Free Community BBQ - Whitby Adventure Playground
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Tuesday 27 October from 4:30pm - 6:30pm |
Tinspar Avenue, Whitby |
Bookings not required
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Nom Cooking
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Wednesday 28 October,
9:30am - 1:30pm
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Bill Hicks Pavillion, Byford |
Email to register: farah.rummani@sjshire.wa.gov.au
Call: 9526 197
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Story Time with Police Officer Nicko
(Ages 2 - 8)
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Wednesday 28 October,
10:00am - 11:00am
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Byford Library |
SOLD OUT |
Safety Initiatives
Free Holiday Patrol
The Shire offers a holiday watch patrol service that's completely FREE! If you're an SJ local heading out of town, you can register your property to be checked regularly by Rangers so you have piece of mind while you're away. Please note, Rangers do a drive-by to evaluate the property. They don't access properties during check-ups.
Register your property now
WAPOL Home Security Audit
Taking simple steps to make sure your home is secure can prevent crime from happening in your neighbourhood. To assess and enhance the security of your home and surroundings, feel free to download WA Police's Home Security Audit Checklist.
How safe is my place?
Friendly Neighbourhood Grant
The Friendly Neighbourhoods Grant is for individuals and local community groups to apply for financial assistance towards the costs associated with hosting an event or activity, that will foster these neighbourhood connections. Grants up to $250.00 (ex GST) per application are available all year round while funds remain.
Apply now
eWatch Newsletter
eWatch is a monthly newsletter released by Mundijong Police to keep residents up to date with the latest crime statistics and what's happening in their neighbourhood. You can register for free and receive the newsletters straight to your inbox each month!
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