Personal safety
Your safety starts with you.
You have a key role in keeping you and your family safe.
A few simple precautions can improve your personal safety and make life in the NT more secure.
| Important numbers | Contact |
|---|---|
| Emergencies | 000 |
| Police assistance | 131 444 |
| Fire assistance | 132 500 |
| NT Emergency Services assistance | 08 8999 3473 |
| Crime Stoppers NT (to report suspicious behaviour) | 1800 333 000 |
| Victims of Crime NT | 1800 672 242 |
In this section you'll find simple tips to help you keep and feel safe, with links to more information or assistance.
Remember, community safety is everyone's business.
Learn more about personal safety
For family and children
Keeping your family and young children safe is important for their individual social and emotional wellbeing.
For young people
Having the knowledge and tools to protect yourself, will you help navigate 'life' with a greater confidence and security.
For seniors
Keeping yourself or a senior member of your family safe helps with overall health and well-being.
For people with disabilities
If you or a family member has a disability, here are some strategies and considerations in keeping yourself or family member safe.
For our diverse community
Staying safe is important to every Territorian, no matter your background, beliefs or cultural experiences.
Your personal safety
Taking the time to take a few simple precautions can help you improve your personal safety and make your life more secure.
Your digital safety
Find cyber safety support and resources to help you navigate the digital world in a safe and how to be cybersmart.
Your social and emotional wellbeing
Good social and emotional wellbeing creates an environment where you feel secure and safe.
Help and support
Community support services can be there to help you, your family or your community during hard times.