Melton City Council is committed to increasing safety in the municipality through Community Safety initiatives.
Community Safety Month is an annual event held every October and reminds us that we all have a role in making our communities safer.
The campaign shines a spotlight on a number of community safety issues, including personal safety, cyber safety and mental health and wellbeing.
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TUESDAY 4 OCTOBER
Accredited CPR and First Aid Course – SOLD OUT
This one day comprehensive first aid training and CPR course is facilitated by accredited trainers from Results First Aid Training. During the 6 hours you will learn CPR and a range of first aid skills and receive an accredited certificate which is valid for 3 years from completion.
- Location: Melton Central Community Centre
- Time: 9am – 3pm
- Age Group: Adults and Seniors
- Cost: $20
- BOOK
FRIDAY 7 OCTOBER
Self Defence Workshop
Come along to our free Self Defence workshop and learn some basic techniques, build confidence and leave feeling empowered.
- Location: Melton Youth Centre
- Time: 6pm – 8.30pm
- Age Group: 12 – 17 years
- Cost: FREE
- BOOK
SUNDAY 9 OCTOBER
Neighbour Connect Day
Hosted by Neighbourhood Watch, this event aims to bring together local organisations, services and a variety of clubs and not-for-profit groups based in the local area. There will also be free activities for the whole family.
- Location: Cobblebank Stadium Ferris Road,
- Time: 11am – 2pm
- Age group: All ages
- Cost: FREE
TUESDAY 11 OCTOBER
CARE Melton Expo (VIRTUAL)
Are you a senior, person with a disability or a carer? Visit the Virtual CARE Melton Expo. You can view information and resources from over 40 local organisations who support the needs of carers, people with disabilities and seniors at any time. Visit: https://virtualcareexpo.melton.vic.gov.au/ or CARE Melton Expo Melton City Council
THURSDAY 13 OCTOBER
More Than a License: An information session for supervising drivers
This session provides parents, guardians, friends and family members who are supervising a learner driver with practical information, tips and advice to help build their coaching skills.
- Location: Online
- Time: 7pm – 8.30pm
- Age groups: Adults, Youth, Seniors
- Cost: FREE
- BOOK
FRIDAY 14 OCTOBER
CARE Melton Expo (IN PERSON)
Are you a senior, person with a disability or a carer? Visit the Virtual CARE Melton Expo. You can view information and resources from over 40 local organisations who support the needs of carers, people with disabilities and seniors at any time.
- Location: Fraser Rise Children and Community Centre
- Time: 10am – 2pm
- Age groups: Adults and Seniors
- Cost: FREE
- BOOK
Child Car Restraint Checks
Correctly fitted child car restraints and booster seats play a critical part in protecting children from serious injury and death in the event of a car accident. As part of the Children’s Week Family Fun Event Safe Seats, Safe Kids will be providing free child car restraint fittings and safety checks.
- Location: Bridge Road Children’s & Community Centre
- Time: 10am – 2pm
- Age groups: Adults and Seniors
- Cost: FREE
- BOOK
TUESDAY 18 OCTOBER
Accredited CPR and First Aid Course
This one day comprehensive first aid training and CPR course is facilitated by accredited trainers from Results First Aid Training. During the 6 hours you will learn CPR and a range of first aid skills and receive an accredited certificate which is valid for 3 years from completion.
- Location: Melton Central Community Centre
- Time: 9am – 3pm
- Age Group: Adults and Seniors
- Cost: $20
- BOOK
SATURDAY 22 OCTOBER
Flavour Fest
Come and see our emergency services who will be attending Flavour Fest. While you’re at it, enjoy some of the music, attractions and delicious food on offer!
- Location: Frontier Park, Woodlea Boulevard &, Frontier Ave
- Time: 12pm – 6.30pm
- Age Group: All Ages
- Cost: FREE
TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER
Children’s Week Family Fun Event
- Location: Melton Community Hall
- Time: 10am – 12.30pm
- Age Group: All Ages
- Cost: FREE
Child Car Restraint Checks
Correctly fitted child car restraints and booster seats play a critical part in protecting children from serious injury and death in the event of a car accident. As part of the Children’s Week Family Fun Event Safe Seats, Safe Kids will be providing free child car restraint fittings and safety checks.
- Location: High Street Service Lane
- Time: 10am – 2pm
- Age groups: Adults and Seniors
- Cost: FREE
- BOOK
WEDNESDAY 26 OCTOBER
Defence Driving Course
Melbourne Defensive Driving provides techniques to increase safety with low risk driving, driving efficiency and situational awareness on busy roads. Learn how to expect and handle the unexpected, starting with vehicle safety checks through to understanding the physics of driving. A minimum of 90 hours must be completed if on your Learners Permit.
- Location: Melton Youth Facility
- Time: 9am – 2.30pm
- Age Group: 17 – 25 years
- Cost: $20
- BOOK
THURSDAY 27 OCTOBER
Defence Driving Course
Melbourne Defensive Driving provides techniques to increase safety with low risk driving, driving efficiency and situational awareness on busy roads. Learn how to expect and handle the unexpected, starting with vehicle safety checks through to understanding the physics of driving. A minimum of 90 hours must be completed if on your Learners Permit.
- Location: Melton Youth Facility
- Time: 9am – 2.45pm
- Age Group: 17 – 25 years
- Cost: $20
- BOOK
Children’s Week Family Fun Event
Come along for some after school fun at the Library. Enjoy hands on activities including arts and crafts, African drumming, sports and more. Meet local early childhood professionals and learn about how we can create a safe community for all children.
- Location: Caroline Springs Library and Learning Hub
- Time: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
- Age Group: All Ages
- Cost: FREE