To Those Entrusted with the Safety and Governance of Our Community,

• His Honour Judge M Allen, Chief Magistrate
• Mr. Ray Williams, MP (Member of Parliament Kellyville)
• Mr. Mark Hodges, MP (Member of Parliament Castle Hill)
• Dr Michelle Byrne (Mayor of The Hills Shire Council)
• Superintendent Naomi Moore (Commander of The Hills Police Area Command)

We, the residents of Kellyville and the broader Hills District, write to you with urgency and conviction. We write not simply as concerned citizens, but as members of a community that has, in many cases, directly suffered the consequences of a growing wave of crime in our suburb(s). Among the signatories of this petition are residents who have been victims of home invasions, vehicle theft, break-ins, attempted break-ins, and other serious offences. These are not isolated or speculative concerns. In several cases, residents have received direct information from NSW Police or have followed criminal proceedings that confirm the offenders involved are repeat offenders — many of whom are young individuals with a concerning history of similar behaviour.

There is growing frustration and dismay within the community over the justice system’s apparent inability — or unwillingness — to respond with seriousness to these offences. Time and again, those who are caught committing these crimes are released back onto the streets with what many view as little more than a warning – with young offenders having no regard for court-imposed measures such as curfews. The impression left on the community is clear: the courts offer a slap on the wrist, while victims are left to rebuild their sense of security, often at their own expense.

This feeling is not abstract. It is deeply personal. Families in Kellyville and the wider Hills LGA no longer feel safe in their own homes. What should be the most secure and private space in their lives has become a source of anxiety and fear, particularly during the night when many of these incidents occur. The sense of vulnerability is widespread — and it is growing.

What is perhaps most alarming is the escalating nature of these crimes. In some instances, weapons such as knives have been found in stolen vehicles that were later abandoned near or at victims' homes. This is not merely property crime; it is a sign of a trend toward potential violence. The community is fearful that without swift intervention, someone will eventually be seriously harmed — or worse.

We do not raise these concerns lightly. We understand the complexity of youth crime and the challenges faced by law enforcement and the judiciary. However, the residents of Kellyville can no longer accept being victims of crime committed by individuals who act with relative impunity. We call for immediate, visible action — both a short-term commitment to allocating resources that restore order to our streets, and a long-term commitment to holding repeat and young offenders meaningfully accountable and preventing their continued presence in our neighbourhoods. 

We are calling for meaningful, coordinated, and visible action to restore safety and dignity to our neighbourhoods.

This letter is not only a petition; it is a plea for our community to be heard, for our concerns to be acknowledged, and for our safety to be prioritised.

Signed,
The Victims, the Families, the Residents -
Law-abiding citizens of The Hills who deserve to feel safe in their own homes.