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Stop Graffiti Vandalism

Maintaining the appearance of your residence/property can prevent graffiti. An exterior appearance suggesting apathy and neglect encourages vandalism. Litter, broken fences, overgrown landscaping, and poor lighting all send a message that property owners are not attentive or do not care.

The best way to combat vandalism is to remove it as soon as possible (within 24 to 48 hours). Before removing graffiti it is important to have it photographed for future identification.  The graffiti may reveal a ‘tag’ or signature particular to the offender. Removing the graffiti vandalism within 24 to 48 hours makes removal easier, more effective and reduces the notoriety of graffiti vandals who have the graffiti on display.

If the graffiti vandalism is on a neighbour’s house or business, discuss the benefits of removing graffiti quickly and provide them with a copy of this flier. If the graffiti vandalism is on property owned by your local council or a Government department, advise the agency of the damage. Council contact details visit CouncilConnect website.

If your property is damaged by graffiti vandalism, you should contact your local police station or phone the Police Assistance Line on 131 444. 

If you have information regarding graffiti vandals or people acting suspiciously, you can report it anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.