Here at la Trobe, we are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students and staff whilst on campus.
For those of you who are just starting at La Trobe (or those who need a refresher!), we’ve compiled a definitive list of safety services available to you across our campuses.
Bookmark this article for easy access in case you’re studying late in the library, need an escort to your car, or need to report an incident. We also offer some great support services for you to contact if you just need some advice, someone to talk to, or external referrals within the community.
24/7 Security – (03) 9479 2222
We provide a 24/7 Security service at La Trobe University across all campuses and we encourage all students to enter our security number 9479 2222 into their phone at the beginning of the year.
Uni-Safe Service
Available at the Melbourne (Bundoora), Bendigo and Albury-Wodonga campus, Uni-Safe is available to escort students after dark between buildings, campus car parks and a few local transport points.
Call (03) 9479 2222 to request the Uni-safe Service.
The Night Glider Bus
The Glider Bus service provides free transport around the Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus during the night. There is also a live GPS tracker for the bus, so you can tell when it’s nearby.
- Runs from 6pm (non-daylight savings) or 7pm (daylight savings) until 6am.
- Available every day during the University semester and some public holidays
Emergency services
For all emergencies requiring Police, Fire and Ambulance:
- Call 000 (Triple 0).
- Then call La Trobe Emergency on: (03) 9479 2222 (all campuses)
Safer Community
Previously known as Speak Up, Safer Community is a free, confidential support service you can contact if you experience or witness concerning, threatening, inappropriate or uncomfortable behaviour. This behaviour can occur on-campus and off-campus, such as on public transport or in the home.
Safer Community provides expert advice and information. They also offer you options and referrals to help resolve your concerns to keep you and other safe.
You can learn more about what ‘unacceptable behaviour’ is here: Safer Community Resources
Out-of-Hours Crisis Line
Use this number for out-of-hours emergency mental health and wellbeing support.
Call 1300 146 307 or text 0488 884 100. Available 5.00 pm–9.00 am weekdays, and 24-hours on weekends and public holidays.
Wellbeing Services
We have many Wellbeing Services and resources to help you succeed at Uni, including:
- Counselling
- Safer Community
- Wellbeing Check-Ins
- AccessAbility Hub
- NeuroDiversity Hub
- Men’s Health and Wellbeing
- Indigenous Health and Wellbeing
- LGBTIQA+ Health and Wellbeing
- Multifaith Spiritual Health and Wellbeing
Should you need any wellbeing help or support, contact our Health and Wellbeing Resource Centre to chat to our Student Liason Officers who can point you in the right direction.