Look after each other
Safety guide
Simple guidance for families walking the trail and households handing out treats in Huntingdale.
This is a community, house-based activity β not a closed venue. Parents and carers remain responsible for children at all times.
For families & kids
- Supervise younger children β stay together, especially near roads and driveways.
- Use footpaths and crossings where available; make eye contact with drivers before crossing.
- Carry a light β torch or phone light helps on darker streets.
- Costumes β choose outfits you can walk and see in safely; avoid long trailing fabric near candles or steps.
- Only visit houses that welcome trick-or-treaters β look for map listings, decorations, or a clear βopenβ vibe. If unsure, skip it.
- Stay outside β do not enter homes or backyards.
- Allergies β check labels when possible; carry any medication your child needs.
- Plan a route β use the map, set a finish time, and tell someone where youβre walking.
For households giving out treats
- Light your entrance so visitors can see steps and paths.
- Clear trip hazards on the path to your door for the evening.
- Stay visible β be present when handing out treats.
- Respect quiet neighbours β keep music and noise reasonable.
- Set clear hours on your registration so families know when youβre open.
- Allergen awareness β if you can, offer a simple non-food option or note common allergens.
- Pets β keep dogs secure so they donβt startle visitors at the door.
Registering on the map helps families find houses that want visitors β and reduces random door-knocking on homes that prefer a quiet night.
Roads & neighbourhood
- Expect more foot traffic than usual β drive slowly in residential streets.
- Park legally; donβt block driveways or footpaths.
- In an emergency call 000.
- For non-urgent police attendance in WA, use the appropriate local non-emergency channels.
Photos & competitions
- Only share photos of your own family/pet unless you have permission.
- Competition entries may be shown on this website for community voting after organiser approval.
- Be kind in comments and votes β this is a local community event.