Community & Business
17 December, 2022
Party safe, say police
WITH Christmas fast approaching, many locals are organising end-of year-parties or Christmas celebrations with friends and family but police are warning that some gatherings can end up causing problems.
Police have recently been called to a number of parties around Cairns that have quickly escalated and become out-of-control events after they were advertised on social media platforms.
Police are reminding party hosts of their responsibilities for ensuring guests are “Party Safe’, and have a party they will remember for all the right reasons.
Some things to think about:
Make your party is invitation only; don’t advertise your party on social media.
Make the start and finish times clear on the invitation and arrange suitable transport for guests where possible.
You can request free “party safe” wristbands when registering your party with police to assist with the easy identification of invited guests.
Ensure that your party is held at a suitable venue; consider guest numbers and the type of security and supervision that may be required.
Notify your neighbours and provide them with your mobile number.
Ensure that food and water is readily available.
Police remind party organisers that they can be held accountable if the party is deemed to be out of control and face a maximum penalty of 12 months jail or a fine of $14,300.
