The Town of Victoria Park has acted decisively after a report of 'hateful graffiti' in the suburb of Welshpool. The council moved to remove the offensive material as soon as it was made aware of the incident, which was flagged by a member of the public.
Mayor's Firm Stance on Inclusivity
In an online statement, Town of Victoria Park Mayor Karen Vernon strongly condemned the act. She emphasised the town's dedication to being a welcoming and inclusive community for all residents and visitors.
"We are proud of our continuing commitment to the values of inclusion and diversity," Mayor Vernon stated. "We want to make it clear that hate speech, discrimination and graffiti in all its forms has no place in our town and we will not tolerate such behaviour."
While the specific content of the graffiti remains unclear due to its prompt removal, the mayor urged anyone who sees similar vandalism to report it to the town "immediately".
Correct Channels for Reporting Urgent Issues
The council took the opportunity to clarify the best methods for residents to report problems. While the Snap, Send, Solve app is useful for general maintenance requests, it is not recommended for urgent matters.
For issues requiring swift attention, the Town of Victoria Park advises contacting their customer service team directly.
- Phone: 9311 8111 during business hours.
- Online: Via the council's service request webpage.
Community Values Upheld
This incident, reported on 12 January 2026, has reinforced the council's proactive stance against actions that threaten community harmony. The swift response underscores a zero-tolerance policy towards vandalism and hate-based messaging.
The Town of Victoria Park has been approached for further comment on the ongoing matter.
