City of Stirling Budget Newsletter 2025/26

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Community Safety Services The City of Stirling is committed to creating a safer, more connected community through its Community Safety Services. Funded by the Community Safety Service Charge, this initiative supports a range of proactive programs designed to prevent crime, reduce anti-social behaviour and enhance public wellbeing. Our services include visible and responsive community patrols, advanced mobile and CCTV technology, and targeted safety initiatives. These efforts are made possible through the revenue generated by the service charge, which is reinvested directly into maintaining and expanding these vital programs. Any surplus funds at the end of the financial year are allocated to a dedicated reserve to ensure the sustainability of these services in the future. Through strong partnerships with residents, government agencies, and key stakeholders, we deliver initiatives such as the Safer Suburbs Rebate, helping residents secure their homes, and the Holiday Watch service, offering peace of mind Local government elections are held every two years, with the next to be held on Saturday 18 October 2025. To check if you are on the State and Commonwealth Electoral Rolls, visit: Western Australian Electoral Commission www.elections.wa.gov.au/oes#/oec Australian Electoral Commission check.aec.gov.au

If you own or occupy residential or commercial property in the City of Stirling but are enrolled to vote in another local government area, you can apply to be included in the Owners and Occupiers Roll. If you own or occupy multiple residential or commercial properties in the City of Stirling, you may be eligible to apply for the Owners and Occupiers Roll.

To check your eligibility and to apply to enrol, visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/enroltovote

Holiday Watch If you’re planning time away from home, the City’s Holiday Watch service offers added peace of mind. This free service provides external patrols of your property by Community Safety Officers for up to eight weeks while you’re away. Designed to deter suspicious activity and support community safety, Holiday Watch is available to City of Stirling residents whose homes will remain unoccupied during their absence. Patrols will cease on your nominated return date, but if your plans change unexpectedly, simply contact our Community Safety team on 1300 365 356 to update your details.

Crime prevention The City of Stirling is dedicated to building a safer community through strong partnerships with WA Police Force, residents, local organisations, and key stakeholders. Crime prevention is a shared responsibility, and every individual can play a part by staying informed and reporting concerns. Our community safety initiatives empower residents to engage with local programs, understand who to contact in various situations, and contribute to a secure environment for all. The Stirling Community Patrol operates 24/7, 365 days a year, providing regular patrols, responding to disturbances, monitoring crime hotspots, and reporting vandalism. In an emergency contact 000 or 131 444 for police assistance.

while residents are away. Together, we’re building a secure, resilient and thriving city for everyone.