Neighbours Unite

neighbourhood get together

Get to know your neighbour

Neighbour Day is an annual celebration in March celebrating connection with our neighbours.  In the City of Rockingham, we love it so much that we have decided that Neighbour Day should be every day!

A good relationship with your neighbours is important because connection with others can transform communities.

A connected community is a safer community and neighbours play a vital role.

young girl interacting with a senior neighbour young girl interacting with a senior neighbour

Neighbours Unite is a City initiative that creates neighbourhood connections to encourage safer communities. 

You can become a Neighbours Unite Champion, host a neighbourhood activity and keep up to date with monthly updates from our team.

Sign up for Neighbours Unite

Visit our newsletter subscription page and sign up to receive the Neighbours Unite Update.

The Neighbours Unite Update provides regular updates including community safety tips, access to the latest crime statistics and information on how to form connections with your neighbours.

Once you are subscribed to the newsletter, you can apply to host a Neighbours Unite Activity

Neighbours Unite Activity

You can register a neighbourhood activity to be eligible for up to $150 reimbursement for activity costs and receive a free Host Pack. (Terms and conditions apply).

Host your activity anywhere that is safe: at home, your verge or local park and take time to meet your neighbours.

Ideas are only limited by your imagination but could include a:

  • barbecue
  • bake off
  • high tea
  • after-school activity
  • dog walking group
  • games night, and many more.

 

neighbours unite get together neighbours unite get together

Hosting a Neighbours Unite Activity:

  • View the terms and conditions below

  • Register your activity with the City three weeks prior to the activity.

  • Host an alcohol-free activity

  • Apply for up to a $150 reimbursement following your activity

See the Neighbours Unite Brochure for more information, email neighboursunite@rockingham.wa.gov.au  or call our Community Safety Team on 9528 0333.

Frequently asked questions

Neighbors Unite championsHow can I connect with my neighbours?

  • Introduce yourself
  • Wave or have a chat
  • Invite them for coffee
  • Walk your dogs together
  • Be aware of what is going on in the neighbourhood. Report suspicious behaviour, people or vehicles to police on 131 444
  • Give your neighbours a contact number.

What can I do for my neighbours who are on holiday?

  • Collect their mail
  • Take their bins in and out
  • Keep an eye out for activity around their home
  • Water the garden.

Can I become a Neighbours Unite volunteer?

Yes. We would welcome applications to be a Neighbours Unite volunteer from our community Champions. This is your opportunity to spread the word about this great initiative at community events and engagements.

What happens when I sign up?

You will receive a newsletter letting you know what is happening in your community and how you can get involved.

How often can I apply to host a Neighbours Unite Activity and receive a reimbursement?

Households are eligible to receive one Neighbours Unite Activity reimbursement each year.  The City would encourage neighbours to continue to host activities and stay connected throughout the year.

What if I don’t get along with my neighbour and want to be involved?

Neighbours include people across the road and those in your immediate street block and wider neighbourhood.

What happens if I move house?

Neighbours Unite Champions are contacted via email. Changes of email can be communicated to neighboursunite@rockingham.wa.gov.au.

image of neighbours waving

Go to Top of the page