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8/6/2009
LeaversWA 2009 dates announced
It’s time to start making Leavers Week plans because the official celebration period has been confirmed for 24-28 November this year. More…
 
4/6/2009
Initiatives boost fight against graffiti
More than $600,000 worth of grants helping communities battle graffiti was announced at the State’s first Graffiti Forum. The Goodbye Graffiti Education Program for students was also launched. More...
 
23/4/2009
Public warned to beware of crime prevention scammers
Phone scammers have hit a new low, using the crime prevention cause to dupe people out of money in two scams known to be operating in Western Australia. More...
 
13/5/2009
May Newsletter
Check out all the news from this month's newsletter with the new Wellard Community celebrating Neighbour Day, Blue Iris register allows Police CCTV access across WA, landmark crime prevention partnership and much more. More...
 
23/4/2009
Scam Alert
People in the mid west have been targeted by a phone scam. An individual is representing themselves as being from the Office of Crime Prevention and is asking for donations to fund a school education kit. This is a false claim. The Office of Crime Prevention will never request donations of this sort and we would like to warn you all of this scam. If you are contacted by someone requesting money and representing themselves as being from the Office of Crime Prevention, please be cautious and contact your local Police or the Office of Crime Prevention.  
20/4/2009
April Newsletter
In this month's edition, an Albany man is named WA’s top neighbour, we have news about a diploma to teach crime prevention skills, crime prevention at the Kalgoorlie fair and a local hero is farewelled. More...
 
2/4/2009
Antisocial Behaviour Symposium
On Friday 27 March 300 delegates attended the Antisocial Behaviour Symposium organised by the Office of Crime Prevention. This is the first time so many experts have been brought together to specifically explore antisocial behaviour in Western Australia. More...
 
19/1/2009
New Website
We are very pleased to launch our new website. We have an improved search function as well as many new features. Please bear with us as we fully migrate to our new website and update all content pages.   
 
7/1/2009
Western Australia Crime Prevention Projects Recognised Nationally
Six innovative Western Australian crime prevention projects received national recognition at the recent 2008 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards. More...
 
4/12/2008
Neighbourhood Watch pays special tribute to its volunteers
Neighbourhood Watch and RAC Insurance are proud to have recognised the contribution of 188 volunteers that have served Neighbourhood Watch for up to 25 years. More...
 
4/12/08
As of the 1st January 2009, the Preventing Crime Newsletter is going online. You can subscribe to receive an electronic version of the newsletter by clicking here. Newsletters will continue to be posted on our website.
 
27/11/08
Crime Prevention Day Saturday 6 December 2008
In partnership with Bunnings, WA Police and Neighbourhood Watch, the Office of Crime Prevention is hosting a Crime Prevention Day. More...
 
2/07/08
Western Australian Crime Prevention Awards 2008
Nominations are invited for the WA Crime Prevention Awards 2008. These close on Friday, 22 August 2008.
 
10/01/08 
Public call to action to combat graffiti
The Office of Crime Prevention is calling on the public to do their bit to combat the state's growing multi-million dollar vandalism bill by reporting graffiti immediately on the new hotline 1800 44 22 55.  
 
 23/09/07
‘Goodbye graffiti’ - just a phone call away
The State Government has stepped up the war against graffiti vandalism with the launch of a new graffiti reporting hotline. 
 
25/08/07
Anti-hoon campaign begins
The State Government today launched an advertising blitz urging Western Australians to help take hoons off the roads.
 
19/08/07
Improving Community Safety: lessons from the country and the city Conference
Registration for the Improving community safety: lessons from the country and the city conference is now open.  The conference will be held on 18 & 19 October 2007.
 
05/08/07
Premier Unveils New Graffiti Strategy
The Premier announced a major $3.6m crackdown on graffiti vandalism during the launch of the State’s Graffiti Vandalism Reduction Strategy 2007-2010.
 
21/06/07
Study reveals that burglars prefer home turf
The majority of burglaries are committed within 5kms of offenders' homes, according to a new study involving 235 convicted criminals.
 
21/06/07
Harvey to develop Community Safety and Crime Prevention Plan
The Shire of Harvey has received a cheque for $12,320 from OCP towards the development of a CSCP plan.
 
01/06/07
Burglar Beware blitz in Geraldton
The State Government has expanded its highly successful anti-burglary blitz to Geraldton.
 
30/05/07
New Graffiti Funding Round
This funding aims to support local government authorities and community organisation in the prevention and removal of graffiti.
 
28/05/07 
Funding for Leavers 2007 Initiatives
WA community organisations and local governments are invited to apply for grants up to $5,000 each to provide services & activities during the 2007 Leavers period (26 - 30 November 07).  
 
23/5/07
Melbourne International Vehicle Crime Conference 2007
This conference will showcase achievements in Australia in the reduction of motor vehicle related crime and explore new responses to the challenges of 21st century crime.
 
17/05/07
Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards 2007
The nomination deadline for the Australian 2007 Crime and Violence Prevention Awards has been extended by two weeks.  The closing date is now Monday, 4 June 2007. 
 
10/05/07
Caravan Park crime - tips for holiday makers and park owners
The Office of Crime Prevention (OCP) today released two information pamphlets designed to reduce the potential for theft and anti-social behaviour in caravan parks.
 
24/04/07
Government grant to provide security locks for seniors
Around 50 seniors, whose homes have been identified as being at increased risk of breaks-ins, will have free locks installed over a 12-month period, thanks to a grant from the Office of Crime Prevention.  
 
30/03/07
Funding to address boredom and drug issues in Kojonup
Shire of Kojonup receives grant to help fund initiatives that address youth boredom and drug issues. 
 
28/03/07
Funding to improve lighting in West Arthur
The Shire of West Arthur has received a grant of $20,000 from the Office of Crime Prevention to improve lighting throughout the Shire. 
 
19/03/07
Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards 2007
Nominations for the Australian 2007 Crime and Violence Prevention Awards are now open. 
 
01/03/07
Planning underway for Leavers 2007
Planning for 2007 Leavers celebrations is underway. 
 
28/02/07
Town of Vincent launches local safety plan
The Town of Vincent launches their local community safety plan. 
 
08/02/07
New Burglar Beware Website
New Burglar Beware intensive program website launched.
 
06/02/07
Grant funding results for January 2007
Grant funding results for January 2007.
 
29/01/07
WA takes out eight national awards in the fight against crime and violence
Winners of the 2006 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards. 
 
01/01/07
New Director for Office of Crime Prevention
Wendy Murray has been appointed as the new Director of the Office of Crime Prevention.  
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