Children have the right to feel safe, Melton City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and will investigate and escalate incidences appropriately.
We are committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. If you have concerns about a child’s safety or suspect abuse, it's important to act.
If a child is in immediate danger, call 000.
If a child is at risk of significant harm as a result of abuse or neglect contact Child Protection Services:
If your child safe concern relates to the conduct of our staff, volunteers or services, you can report it directly to us.
Report online
Translation Service: 131 450
Melton City Council PO Box 21 Melton VIC 3337
Under the Child Information Sharing Scheme (CISS) authorised professionals and organisations are permitted to share relevant information to promote the wellbeing or safety of children, or to prevent or respond to family violence.
We comply with these legal obligations and work with authorised agencies to ensure risks to children are identified and managed appropriately. Your privacy is respected, and information is only shared when necessary and lawful.
For more about these schemes, visit: Information Sharing Scheme