Safer Suburbs Rebate 2025-26

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Safer Suburbs Rebate

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Do you have proof of payment?

To proceed with your application, you must include proof of payment for all eligible items.

Acceptable documents include:

  • Tax receipts
  • Zero-balanced invoices from the supplier or service provider
  • Bank or credit card statements showing the transaction
  • Online payment confirmations
  • Supplier confirmation of full payment

To be valid, your proof of payment must clearly show:

  • Date of payment
  • Amount paid
  • Supplier or service provider name
  • Description of the item or service

Applications submitted without complete and legible documentation cannot be processed.

Do you have sufficient proof of payment? * Required
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Applicant Details (Not Applicable)

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Address Line 1, Suburb/Town, State/Province, Postcode, and Country are required. Country must be Australia Where items have been installed
(if different from above)
Must be an email address. 
Must be an Australian phone number. 
Are you the property owner? * Required
Response required.
If no, please note that it is the Applicant's responsiblity to obtain all necessary approvals from a landlord or strata company before buying and installing devices. The City of Stirling accepts no liability or responsibility for failure to do so.
Attach a file: Select stored file
    Drivers licence, residential tenancy agreement, utility bills are acceptable.
    Do you have a Western Australian Seniors Card?
    WA Seniors Card members can apply to receive the Safety and Security Rebate from the WA Government: www.wa.gov.au/service/community-services/community-support/apply-safety-and-security-rebate

    Bank Details (Not Applicable)

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    Must be a valid Australian bank account format. The Safer Suburbs Rebate will be paid to your nominated Australian bank account via Electronic Funds Transfer. Terms and conditions apply.

    Eligible Items (Not Applicable)

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    Eligible items must be compliant with Australian Standards where applicable (please refer to the terms and conditions on our website).

    Items installed by a Licenced Security Agent will be eligible for a 30% rebate (up to $500). Items that may be and are self-installed (do-it-yourself) will be eligible for a 20% rebate (up to $500).

    A security sensor light may be eligible for a 30% rebate if it is mains powered and installed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor. 

    Eligible items that require electrical work e.g. mains powered must be installed by a Licenced Electrical Contractor. 

    Please refer to the full Terms and Conditions on the City of Stirling's website as some items have minimum purchase values. 

    The rebate amount provided will be up to the maximum amount allowed per item and the accumulative rebate can not exceed $500, including installation costs. 

    If you are unsure of how to fill-in the tables below or what is considered a self-installation, please contact the City on (08) 9205 8555 or email the team at commsafety@stirling.wa.gov.au.

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    What type of installation was conducted? * Required
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    Select all that apply

    Self-installed (DIY) equipment (Not Applicable)

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    • "What type of installation was conducted?" on page 1
    • "Do you have sufficient proof of payment?" on page 1
    Eligible items (Do not include installation costs)How much did you spend on the equipment?
    Add all that apply using the drop-down lists.
    Must be a dollar amount. 

    Must be between 1 and 8 rows

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    • "Do you have sufficient proof of payment?" on page 1
    • "What type of installation was conducted?" on page 1
    This number/amount is calculated. 

    Professionally installed equipment (Not Applicable)

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    • "What type of installation was conducted?" on page 1
    • "Do you have sufficient proof of payment?" on page 1
    Equipment and installationHow much did you spend on the equipment and installation?
    Items listed here must be installed by a Licensed Security Agent. Security sensor lights must be mains wired and installed by a Licenced Electrical Contractor.
    Must be a dollar amount. 

    Must be between 1 and 8 rows

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    • "Do you have sufficient proof of payment?" on page 1
    • "What type of installation was conducted?" on page 1
    This number/amount is calculated. 

    How to calculate your rebate (Not Applicable)

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    Self-installed equipment spend x $0.20 = rebate amount
    Professionally installed equipment spend x 0.30 = rebate amount

    Add the two totals and enter the amount in the field below. Please note that this amount may be adjusted once the application has been assessed. 

    Must be a dollar amount and no more than 500. 

    Licenced Contractors (Not Applicable)

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    If you are claiming professional installation costs, do not leave this section blank.

    Please advise of the business that supplied and/or installed the home security or safety item. 

    If these details are not provided, your application may be rejected.

    You can confirm the current details of licensed security organisations here: www.wa.gov.au/organisation/western-australia-police-force/security-licence-current-licence-holders

    You can confirm the current details of licensed electrical contractors here: https://ols.demirs.wa.gov.au/search

    Document Upload (Not Applicable)

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    Please attach proof of purchase for each eligible item or service. This must show the purchase date, item or service, supplier’s business name, and ABN. Quotes are not accepted. Proof must be a tax receipt or similar document confirming full payment. If multiple suppliers were used, include proof from each.
    A minimum of 1 file must be attached. Proof of purchase showing full payment is required.
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      Must be between 1 and 10 rows

      Checklist (Not Applicable)

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      Have you: 

      1. Identified which eligible items you are claiming a rebate for? 
      2. Attached copies of your proof of payment?
      3. Obtained permission from the property owner (if required)?
      4. Attached a copy of your proof of address?
      5. If you installed a security camera, have you registered with the WA Police Force (Cam-Map WA | Western Australia Police Force)?

      To avoid delaying your rebate, please ensure you have attached appropriate proof of payments. Quotes will not be accepted.

      Terms and Conditions

      The Full Terms and Conditions can be viewed here: https://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/residential-services/community-safety/safer-suburbs-rebate

       Who Can Apply

      • You must live or run a business in the City of Stirling.
      • The property where the security item is installed must be in the City of Stirling.
      • Only items bought after 1 April 2025 are eligible.
      • The rebate program may end at any time, as decided by the City of Stirling.
      • If you received a rebate for a specific item (like a home alarm or CCTV) in 2024/25, you can’t apply for the same item again in 2025/26 - but you can apply for a different eligible item.

       

      What You Can Claim

      • You can submit one rebate claim per property and per person. You can include more than one item, but the total rebate can’t be more than $500.
      • If someone else (like your partner) has already claimed a rebate for your property, you can’t claim again.

      Item Type

      DIY (equipment only)

      Professional Installation

      Home alarm / CCTV (min $200)

      20% (up to $500)

      30% (up to $500)

      Security door screens (min $200)

      20% (up to $500)

      30% (up to $500)

      Deadlocks (min $50)

      20% (up to $500)

      30% (up to $500)

      Security window screens / shutters (min $100)

      20% (up to $500)

      30% (up to $500)

      Sensor lights (min $50)

      20% (up to $500)

      30% (up to $500)

      Security gates

      20% (up to $500)

      		 30% (up to $500)

      Note: Some items must be installed by licensed professionals. For example, electric shutters and mains-powered lights must be installed by a licensed electrician.

      • Items must be installed at the property you’re claiming for.
      • You’re responsible for checking that any tradesperson you hire is properly licensed and follows the law.
      • DIY installation is allowed, except for electrical work, which must be done by a licensed electrician.
      • The rebate amounts depend on the item and whether it’s installed professionally or DIY. See the table below:

       

      Item Standards

      • Items must meet Australian Standards where required:
        • Security screens: AS 5039, AS 5040, AS 5041
        • Deadlocks: AS 4145.2
      • The City may ask for more information to check if your item meets standards or licensing rules before paying your rebate.

       

      Approvals

      • If you rent or live in a strata property, you must get permission from the landlord or strata company before buying or installing anything.
      • If you’re unsure whether an item is eligible, contact the City of Stirling before buying.

       

      How to Apply

      • Buy and install the item first, then apply online or with a paper form.
      • Include ID documents signed by you.
      • Include receipts showing the date, amount paid, and the supplier’s ABN.
      • Items must be fully paid for and installed before you apply.
      • Rebates are paid by bank transfer to your nominated account.

       

      Legal Stuff

      • You agree that the City of Stirling isn’t responsible for any issues with your security item, unless caused by the City’s own actions.
      • The City can change these terms at any time.
      • The rebate program may change or end at the City’s discretion.
      • You must not make a false claim or misuse the rebate. If you do, you may have to repay the money and could face legal action.
      • The City may inspect installations to check they meet the rules.

      Declaration (Not Applicable)

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