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Community Safety

Safety Initiatives

Community safety has a significant impact on health and well being. When people feel safe in their communities, they are more likely to be confident, involved in activities and well-connected socially.

Family and Gender-based Violence Prevention

Hume City Council is committed to preventing family and gender-based violence and working towards a future where everyone is safe, equal and respected.

Community Safety Month

Community Safety Month is held across Hume every October and reminds us that we all have a role to play in keeping our community safe.

Emergencies

In an emergency, Council supports response agencies such as Victoria Police and CFA, and coordinates relief and recovery efforts within the municipality.

Fire Management

Each year, Council works with Victorian Government and fire agencies to make sure our municipality is fire ready.

Thunderstorm Asthma Season

Learn how to protect yourself during thunderstorm asthma season runs from October to December.

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign running every year from 25 November to 10 December. What we learn and share in this time goes beyond just 16 days. Hume City Council is committed to creating a future where everyone is safe, equal, and respected every day of the year.