Community Safety Month
Held in October every year, Community Safety Month is about improving the safety and wellbeing of our community. We're committed to empowering residents of SJ Shire to stay educated about the safety initiatives and resources available to them and also stay connected to one another to help build a kind and resilient community.
As part of Community Safety Month, the Shire has a range of free events and activities for you to get involved in. From Neighbourhood Watch meetings and first aid courses to wellbeing workshops and community festivals, there's something for everyone! You'll also find some helpful tips about school zones, graffiti removal, anti-theft screws, and more!
WA Mental Health Week
The Shire also recognises WA Mental Health Awareness Week which is from Sunday 4 October to Sunday 11 October. During this week, and in the lead up, there'll be some mental health-related activities to help support and boost your wellbeing.
Mental health refers to our emotional and psychological wellbeing and is just as important as our physical health. Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians report having a mental health condition? This means that it's likely that you or someone you know may need support at some point in their life. For more information, please visit the links 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.
Check back this October for the new calendar of events 2026!
Freestyle Now
Ride, thrive and connect
(All ages)
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Friday 2 October,
10:00am - 1:00pm
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Byford Skate Park |
COMING SOON |
Story Time Session
Brave Pause
(Ages 2 - 8)
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Saturday 3 October
10:30 - 11:30
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Byford Library |
COMING SOON
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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 |
COMING SOON
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White Card Skill-up Program
(Ages 16 - 25)
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Wednesday 7 October, 09:00 - 2:00pm |
Youth Space | Byford |
COMING SOON
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First Aid Story Time
(Ages 3 - 5)
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Wednesday 7 October, 09:30 - 10:00am |
Byford Library |
COMING SOON |
First Aid kid's workshop
(Ages 6 - 8)
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Wednesday 7 October, 10:30 - 11:30am |
Byford Library |
COMING SOON
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First Aid Kid's Workshop
(9 -12)
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Tuesday 14 October - 11:30am - 12:30pm |
Byford Library |
COMING SOON
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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 |
COMING SOON
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Free Community BBQ
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Thursday 15 October,
4:30pm - 6:30pm
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TBC |
COMING SOON |
Mind Dance Workshop
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Monday 19 October,
10:30am - 11:30am
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CRC Mundijong |
COMING SOON
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Youth Community Safety drop-in session
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Tuesday 20 October,
3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Youth Space, Byford |
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 |
Not required
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Free Community BBQ
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Tuesday 27 October from 4:30pm - 6:30pm |
TBC |
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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Stay on Your Feet
Remove Hazards
(Seniors)
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Wednesday 28 October,
10:00am - 1:00pm
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CRC Mudijong |
TBC
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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 |
COMING SOON
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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!
Sign up to receive eWatch