Lately in the last few months there have been reports of attacks on Internationals students especially Asians. So here are some tips to avoid being attacked.
ATMS:
If you can, do not withdraw cash from there as there are known to be scams in that place
Instead why not consider withdrawing from a supermarket or inside the bank branch? As students you can withdraw from the bank branches for free. There is a Commonwealth bank on campus.
If you have to use an eftpos machine make sure you shield your hand when entering a PIN and don't write your PIN down. Instead memorise it.
Walking in the street
Try not to walk in the street late at night and instead be at home by about 10pm as after 10pm it is really dangerous.
Try not to go to the city on Friday night unless you have to
Avoid dark places at night. Instead keep to openly lit and busy streets. If you can use public tranport to get to somewhere even if it is just a couple of stops.
Avoid quiet laneways if you can.
Avoid King Street and Crown Casino if you can as these are known to be seedy places where drunks are.
Valuables
Watch them
If you have an open bag try and buy a smaller pouch for valuables or if you can hide them
Don't put valuables in a locker
Drinks
Be careful with your drinks as some people are known to slip drugs into them and try to rape you
If you have to go somewhere try and finish your drink before you leave
Try not to get drunk as drunken people are easy targets for rape and attacks
Let friends know where you are going and when you'll be back
The police are always there to help you and unlike other countries they are very friendly and approachable. You can always contact the police if you need any assistance or if you see something suspicious. They are there to protcet you if need be.
Hope these tips will help you be safe in Melbourne.
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