Emergency Management
The City participates in two Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMC):
- The City of Perth
- Western Central LEMC. Comprising of the Cities of Vincent, Subiaco and Nedlands, the Towns of Cottesloe, Mosman Park, Cambridge and Claremont, and the Shire of Peppermint Grove.
The City actively participates in the Western Central LEMC, which develops plans and strategies for emergency prevention, preparedness, response and recovering for natural, man-made disasters, terrorism and critical infrastructure.
Local Emergency Arrangements for Local Government
Local governments are required to maintain effective emergency management arrangements and mange recovery following an emergency as stated under clause 36 of the Emergency Management Act 2005:
"36. Functions of local government
It is a function of local government-
(a) Subject to this act, to ensure that effective emergency management arrangements are prepared and maintained for its district;
(b) To manage recovery following an emergency affecting the community in its district; and
(c) To perform other function given to the local government under this Act".
The Local Emergency Management Arrangements provide a framework for local governments and Hazard Management Agencies to manage emergencies across the Western Central LEMC area comprising of the Cities of Vincent, Subiaco and Nedlands, the Towns of Cottesloe, Mosman Park, Cambridge and Claremont, and the Shire of Peppermint Grove.
The Western Central Local Emergency Management Arrangements is a public document, with some confidental information omitted.
For information, contact your relevant local government.
Our role in an emergency
To prepare and prevent emergencies we:
- Prepare and maintain the Local Emergency Management Arrangements
- Work with neighbouring Councils to coordinate emergency management planning
- Meet our responsibilities under the Emergency Management Act 2005
In an emergency we:
- Activate the Local Emergency Management Arrangements
- Support emergency responders with local knowledge and resources
- Support communication with affected residents
- Provide facilities for local welfare centres, where required
- Coordinate recovery, including appointing a Local Recovery Coordinator
- Conduct post recovery assessments and reviews
Emergency Services
Involvement with SES
The City supports the Northshore Unit of the State Emergency Service (SES), which services Vincent, Perth, Nedlands, Claremont, Cottesloe, Peppermint Grove, Mosman Park, Subiaco and Cambridge.
The Unit's Emergency Operations Centre is located within the City of Vincent, who also overseas its finances and acts as the Sponsor Local Government.
The SES regularly recruits volunteers and members, contact 9444 9440 [email protected]
Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)
Bushfires can occur every year and are unpredictable. DFES provides resources to help residents prepare, including the Bushfire Plan and Bushfire Preparation Toolkit.
Relevant Links
Prepare Your Home for Storms
Take Fifteen and create a bushfire plan
Emergency WA
Department of Fire and Emergency Services
Bureau of Meteorology
Bushfire and Fire Hazard Management
We all have a role to play in maintaining our properties and reducing fire risks.
Under the Bush Fires Act 1954 property owners must reduce fire hazards by 31 October each year and maintain their property until 30 April.
Fire safety on your property
The City publishes an annual Fire Break Notice outlining requirements.
Flammable vegetation must be slashed to no more than 5cm (50mm), with cut material removed to reduce fire spread.
Burning off green waste or other materials prohibited
The City's Health Local Law prohibits burning any materials within Vincent at all times.
For unwanted materials or green waste, contact Waste Services on 9273 6000 or check the green waste collection calendar here.
Defibrillator locations
Defibrillators are located outside buildings across the City. In an emergency, quick access can help save a life.
We encourage everyone to download the St John WA First Responder App.
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Defibrillator map
There are a number of locations within the City of Vincent where defibrillators are available for emergency use.
| SPORTING / PARK FACILITIES |
LOCATION |
ACCESSIBILITY |
| Leederville Oval |
246 Vincent Street, Leederville |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Britannia Reserve Pavilion |
41 Britannia Road, Leederville |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Litis Stadium |
41 Britannia Road, Leederville |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Leederville Tennis Club |
135 Bourke Street, Leederville |
Only available during opening hours |
| Loftus Recreation Centre |
99 Loftus Street, Leederville |
Only available during opening hours |
| Vincent Library |
99 Loftus Street, Leederville |
Only available during opening hours |
| Vincent Administration Centre |
244 Vincent Street, Leederville |
Only available during opening hours |
| Royal Park Hall / Volleyball WA |
180 Charles Street, West Perth |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Charles Veryard Pavilion |
6 Bourke Street, North Perth |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| North Perth Tennis Club |
10 Farmer Street, North Perth |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| North Perth Town Hall |
26 View Street, North Perth |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Vincent Mens Shed |
10 Farmer Street, North Perth |
Only available during opening hours |
| Beatty Park Leisure Centre |
220 Vincent Street, North Perth |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Kyilla Park |
Union Street, North Perth |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Les Lilleyman Reserve |
34 Gill Street, North Perth |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Menzies Park Pavilion |
96 Egina Street, Mt Hawthorn |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Mount Hawthorn Community Centre |
197 Scarborough Beach Road, Mt Hawthorn |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Mary Street Piazza |
Cnr Mary Street and Beaufort Street, Highgate |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Vincent Depot |
1 Linwood Court, Osborne Park |
Only available during opening hours |
| Robertson Park Tennis Centre |
176 Fitzgerald Street, Perth |
Only available during opening hours |
| Hyde Park |
Throssell Street, Perth |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Forrest Park Pavilion |
66 Harold Street, Mt Lawley |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
| Banks Reserve |
60 Joel Terrace, Mt Lawley |
24/7 - located on outside of building |
All cabinets are registered with St John's. To access the defibrillator a person calls 000 and provides the cabinet number.
The 000 operator provides a code which opens the cabinet and then talks the first responder through the steps to correctly use the defibrillator.
We also encourage local businesses and organisations who have defibrillators on site to register them with St John WA.
Further Information
Contact Ranger Services on 9273 6000 or [email protected]