“Need help?” That’s the silent question the Bellarine Police Station seems to pose to every passerby. This is more than just a building. It is a community anchor. It stands ready to serve and protect.
The Bellarine Police Station located at 67-69 The Parade in Ocean Grove. It isn’t just a place for law enforcement. It’s a hub of community support. The station’s story is intertwined with the well-being of the Bellarine Peninsula.
Established in 2006, the Bellarine Community Support Register began within these walls. This non-profit organization enhances the safety and security of those needing support on the Bellarine Peninsula. The Victorian Government, local government, and Victoria Police support it.
The Bellarine Police Station is not open 24 hours. Its reception counter operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. But don’t be fooled. The station provides 24-hour police patrols and response services.
The station plays a vital role for the Bellarine Community Support Register. A Victoria Police representative from the Bellarine Police Station attends all meetings. The representative serves as ex officio on the committee. This highlights the strong partnership between law enforcement and community support.
The Bellarine Community Support Register houses a register of about 1,400 registrants. Volunteers input the data. These volunteers undergo police checks and sign confidentiality agreements.
The Bellarine Community Support Register ensures the safety and independence of vulnerable Bellarine residents. The register holds contacts and information provided by residents. Only police can access it in a personal emergency.
Consider this. A registrant was traveling in Japan when he fell. He couldn’t communicate with health professionals. He carried a Bellarine Community Support Register card. Japanese medical staff called the Register. They requested medical practitioner and next-of-kin information. The Bellarine Peninsula police were notified and assisted the Japanese medical staff. This resulted in a positive outcome for the registrant.
Here is another story. A woman was concerned about her friend. She couldn’t reach her by phone or knocking. The woman contacted police. Police found that her friend was on the Bellarine Community Support Register. Through the Register, police got the access key code. They entered the house. They found that she had fallen. They called an ambulance and she was successfully treated.
The Bellarine Community Support Register provides regular telephone care calls. One day, a volunteer called a female registrant. A man answered. He said he was delivering Meals on Wheels. He found the lady unconscious. He had called an ambulance. The Register volunteer contacted the lady’s next of kin. The next day, the next of kin called to thank the staff. The lady was doing well.
The Bellarine Police Station is more than bricks and mortar. It’s a place where community connections are strengthened. The station fosters a sense of security. It ensures the well-being of the Bellarine Peninsula residents. Remember the Bellarine Police Station. Think of it as a symbol of protection and community spirit.