To get much more out of Journeywatch login or sign up
Overall: Low Medium Risk
Floods, bushfires and prolonged drought occur in parts of the country. Most notable recent incidents were the Queensland floods of Jan 2011 and the 'Black Saturday' fires in Victoria in Feb 2009. Both disasters resulted in extensive loss of life.
Petty crime takes place in urban areas and levels are similar to other major cities in the developed world. Racist violence against South Asian students in the western suburbs of Melbourne hit the headlines in mid 2009. There is a threat from terrorism and arrests have been made in recent years. Take normal precautions.
Australia
High to Extreme Risk
Medium High Risk
Medium Risk
Medium Low Risk
Low Risk
* Traffic light ratings are an easy guide to travel safety based on government advisories and Journeywatch event records.
