Community Noticeboard
FRV Lithium-ion Battery Safety
As the school year continues, many students are using devices such as laptops, tablets, phones, e-bikes and e-scooters. Most of these devices contain lithium-ion batteries, which have become part of everyday life, but need to be used safely.
Fire services are responding to an increasing number of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries, often caused by incorrect charging or leaving devices unattended. That’s why fire safety at home is especially important during the school year.
You can help reduce the risk by:
Only using the charger and battery designed for each device
Unplugging devices once fully charged
Never charging devices on soft surfaces like beds or couches
Not charging devices overnight, or when no one is home
Charging larger devices such as e-bikes and e-scooters away from living spaces and keeping them clear of exits
Regularly checking devices and stopping use if a battery looks damaged, swollen or overheats
You can watch Fire Rescue Victoria’s safety video here(opens in a new window)
It’s also important to make sure smoke alarms are working and tested every month. Fire Rescue Victoria recommends installing smoke alarms in bedrooms, living rooms and near areas where devices are charged—because working smoke alarms save lives.
For more tips on lithium-ion battery safety, visit: https://www.frv.vic.gov.au/battery-safety
A few simple habits can help protect your home and your loved ones.
South Eastern Titans RLC
Key Details for Students & Parents:
Teams: Boys and Girls of all ages (specifically though U13/U14)
Training: Mondays and Wednesdays at Greaves Reserve 5:30pm
Season Start: First week of May 2026
Focus: Safety-first coaching, fitness, and team culture
We are committed to the development of junior sport in our local area and would love to see more Dandenong High School students wearing the Titans jersey this year!
Noble Park Junior Football Club
Our club runs multiple programs to suit children aged 4–17, including:
Auskick (ages 4–6)
Superkick (ages 7–12)
Junior Football (boys & mixed teams)
Girls Football
Our main aim is to provide a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all children who wish to participate, while removing the key barriers that often prevent families from getting involved.
For the 2026 season:
The only mandatory cost to play junior football for our Club is the $21 league fee.
The club does not charge additional registration fees.
Auskick and Superkick fees have been reduced from $85 to $55. But for this cost, we offer 28 sessions instead of the usual 8-10
We are committed to making community sport accessible and ensuring every child has the opportunity to be active, build confidence and feel part of a team.