The City of Stirling is dedicated to fostering a safer community through proactive programs, strong partnerships, and initiatives that empower residents and enhance local well-being. From crime prevention and emergency management to environmental safety and road awareness, our approach is built on collaboration, with the community, government agencies, and key stakeholders working together to create a secure and thriving city.
Know who to call when
Emergency 000 | Life-threatening situations
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| Police assistance 131 444 | Police attendance required.
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| Stirling Community Patrol 1300 365 356 | Stirling Community Patrol provide patrols 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
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Rebates and programs
Purr-tect Your Pet helps cat owners in Stirling keep their pets safe and healthy. Through this initiative, eligible residents can receive a $150 rebate for sterilisation and microchipping, along with a waived $100 lifetime registration fee. By ensuring cats are properly cared for, owners contribute to responsible pet ownership and a safer community.
For more information, visit the Responsible cat ownership page.
The Safer Suburbs Rebate is a City of Stirling initiative offering residents a rebate of up to $500 for eligible safety and security equipment to help reduce crime and empower residents to take a proactive approach to crime prevention.
For more information, visit City of Stirling - Safer Suburbs Rebate.
The City of Stirling offers residents with free graffiti wipes to help remove graffiti from their property, supporting a cleaner neighbourhood and promoting community pride and safety.
For more information visit City of Stirling - Reporting graffiti
Going away? Keep your home secure with Holiday Watch. The City of Stirling’s Holiday Watch service provides external patrols of your property while you’re away for up to eight weeks. Community safety officers will monitor your home, helping deter suspicious activity and ensuring peace of mind.
Annual community safety events
The Community Safety Expo is a flagship event that brings together local emergency services, safety experts, and community organisations to provide residents with valuable information and resources on crime prevention, emergency preparedness, and personal safety.
Attendees can explore interactive displays, live demonstrations, and educational workshops covering topics such as:
- Home security and crime prevention strategies
- Fire safety and emergency preparedness
- Road safety awareness and responsible driving.
The Expo also features family-friendly activities, including hands-on safety demonstrations, giveaways, and opportunities to engage with local safety professionals.
For more information or to get involved, contact the Community Safety team by emailing safersuburbs@stirling.wa.gov.au.
Paw-some Day Out is a beloved community event celebrating responsible pet ownership and animal safety. Designed for pet lovers and their furry companions, the event features:
- Pet safety and training demonstrations
- Pet-related food and service providers
- Fun activities, competitions, and giveaways.
Stallholder Opportunities
Local businesses, pet-related organisations, and community groups are invited to participate as stallholders to showcase their products, services, and initiatives.
Stallholders can:
- Engage with pet owners and promote responsible pet care
- Offer pet-related products and services
- Provide educational resources on pet health and safety
- Host interactive activities to encourage community participation.
Interested stallholders and event partners can submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) by visiting www.stirling.wa.gov.au/pdostalls to apply for a spot at upcoming events.
With Western Australia’s bushfire season posing annual risks, the Bushfire Awareness Workshops equip residents with life-saving knowledge and preparedness strategies to stay safe.
Topics include:
- Understanding bushfire risk in your area
- Creating emergency plans and packing an emergency kit
- Protecting your property with fire-resistant measures
- Knowing when to evacuate and where to find emergency updates.
For more information about an upcoming bushfire awareness workshop, contact the City’s Community Safety engagement team on safersuburbs@stirling.wa.gov.au.
Parking rules and tips
- We want to ensure the safety of all drivers and pedestrians within the City. Here are some of the most common parking problems encountered:
- Parking on a footpath: It’s an offence to park any part of your vehicle on or over a footpath, including where a footpath intersects or crosses a driveway.
- Vehicles parked against the flow of traffic/Facing the wrong direction:
- When parking a vehicle on the side of the road, it must be parked facing the direction the traffic is moving.
- Parking in bays set aside for people with disabilities (ACROD bays):
- These bays are easily identified with signage and bay markings
- Parking in these bays without the required permit carries a penalty of up to $5000
- Disability parking permit holders are allowed to park in a street or kerbside time-restricted area for double the signposted time, provided a valid parking session is active, where paid parking applies.
