Western Australia police officer Anita Davies engaging with community members at the Medina Markets during the Spring Community Safety Series.
In 2025, the series delivered more than 40 events across the city, reaching a wide cross-section of the community.
Police participated in 14 events throughout the series, providing residents with approachable opportunities to ask questions, discuss concerns, and engage in everyday conversations about safety. Topics ranged from crime prevention and road safety to disaster preparedness and emerging issues such as parcel theft.
Alongside education and engagement, the series offered practical support. Subsidies for CCTV and sensor lighting were available, and the Secure PL8 initiative, originally delivered with support from Neighbourhood Watch, provided anti-theft screws for vehicle number plates, giving residents a simple and effective way to protect their property.
Community feedback played a central role in shaping the program. More than 2,100 responses were received through the Community Safety Survey conducted during September and October, offering valuable insight into local priorities. In November, the city shared survey results and next steps through update videos developed with police, including the introduction of a parcel letterbox subsidy aimed at reducing theft.
