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How to report crime, suspicious behaviour and emergencies

When you’re caught up in an emergency, disaster, crime or medical crisis, or you’ve seen something that doesn’t feel quite right, you can feel anxious and distressed. Being prepared, knowing which emergency service or authority you need to call and what to report can make all the difference.

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Find crime statistics for your area

Use our simple step-by-step guides to find crime statistics for your suburb, postcode or municipality.

Who to call when

A quick guide to which emergency service or authority you should call in what situation.

When to call Triple Zero and what to do once you are on the line

Many people are unsure about when they should call Triple Zero (000). With fire and ambulance, only call if life or property is being threatened; with police, call if a crime is in progress or an offender may still be in the area.

What is suspicious behaviour and when to report it

If you see someone behaving in a way that doesn’t look or feel right, and you think it’s likely they might commit a crime, it’s always best to report it.

How to contact emergency services fast on your smartphone

In an emergency, you can either call Triple Zero (000) via the keypad or you can use the Emergency SOS function to do it quickly and easily.

Is there a link between a full moon and crime?

When people know it’s a full moon, they tend to use it to explain all sorts of human actions, including criminal behaviour. So does a full moon actually lead to more crime?

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