Get involved with all the latest Neighbourhood Watch events
19-25 May 2025
National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering, providing an opportunity to highlight the important role of volunteers in our community and invites people not currently volunteering to give it a go.
Save the Date: National Volunteer Week 2025 is set for 19-25 May 2025.
Jun 2025
Donate Today
With your support, Neighbourhood Watch Australasia can continue to promote community safety by supporting its members and the public, through education, awareness and resources, to prevent crime.
Neighbourhood Watch Australasia is a registered Charity. Donation of $2 or more are tax deductible.
Sep 2025
Secure September
Join crime prevention partners Neighbourhood Watch Australasia and Crimsafe for Secure September - a month-long campaign encouraging Australians to take stock of their home security, using the online Secure Score tool.
7-13 Sep 2025
National Child Protection Week
National Child Protection Week (NCPW) is an annual event that encourages all Australians to engage and play their part to promote the safety and well-being of all children in our communities.
For over 30 years, the National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN) has coordinated the NCPW campaign - providing information, resources and support to communities to act on the core message, “protecting children is everyone’s business”.
NCPW 2025 runs from 7-13 September.
27-28 Sep 2025
National Secure Your Home Day
National Secure Your Home Day is held on the last weekend of September and is a fantastic opportunity to review and improve your home security, and feel safer in your neighbourhood. Register for a FREE National Secure Your Home Day Kit – with a home security checklist, tips on securing your home, and more. And keep your eye out for news and updates on National Secure Your Home Day 2025!
Oct 2025
NHWA Journal (October Edition)
Sign up to the NHWA Mailing List to receive the latest (electronic) Journal straight to your Inbox, as well as other important news and updates.
13-19 Oct 2025
Neighbourhood Watch Week
NHW Week aims to raise public awareness of NHW and the benefits of belonging to a local Neighbourhood Watch group. Hundreds of Neighbourhood Watch members and volunteers conduct events in their local communities across Australia and New Zealand - get involved and help make your community a safer, more connected place for all.
20-26 Oct 2025
Get Online Week 2025
Get Online Week (GOLW) is a great opportunity for Neighbourhood Watch groups to receive a $1,000 grant to hold an event, teach digital skills and improve online safety.
Start planning your GOLW event today! Get Online Week 2025 will take place 20-26 October.
GOLW grant applications open 16 June and close 18 July 2025.
Start planning your GOLW event today! Get Online Week 2025 will take place 20-26 October.
GOLW grant applications open 16 June and close 18 July 2025.
2025
Streetsmart Handbooks
The Streetsmart Handbook is a practical life guide for 16 and 17 year old school leavers that is designed to help prepare today's youth for life after school - covering important topics from sexual health and the effects of drug and alcohol abuse to legal rights and applying for a loan. Electronic and hard copies are available.
1-31 Mar 2026
Neighbourhood Watch Month
March is Neighbourhood Watch Month! Raising awareness of the community benefits of joining a local Neighbourhood Watch group, and effective ways to keep homes and property secure. Click below to read more about our Secure Score Quiz - a free and easy way to rate your home's security, or to find your local Neighbourhood Watch group.
29 Mar 2026
Neighbour Day
Neighbour Day is Australia’s annual celebration of community, encouraging people to connect with their neighbours, while also helping to address loneliness across the nation. You can celebrate in a variety of ways including hosting or supporting events that assist and engage your communities. Get involved in Neighbour Day - and get connected!
Journal
Get your copy of the NHWA Journal
Available in either electronic (free) or printed versions.