Gig Workers Map User Manual

Guide to staying safe, Informed and supported across Melbourne

Getting Started

Visit the map here: https://myvoyage.io/app/students/gigworkers

This interactive map helps international students and gig workers easily find useful public locations and assess area safety using local crime data.

Map features & Icons 

Layer Control (Top-Right Corner)

Want to customise your view? Use the Layer Control window in the top-right corner of the map.
From here, you can toggle layers on or off depending on what you need:

✅ Universities
✅ Study Spaces
✅ Public Toilets
✅ Gig Workers Hub
✅ Crime Zone Overlay

This lets you focus on what matters most for your journey or workday.

Understanding Crime Zones & Staying Safe

The colour-coded Crime Zone overlay helps you identify areas with higher or lower levels of reported crime. While this data provides useful guidance, safety can vary by time of day, environment, and personal circumstance. We encourage you to use this as one of several tools in making informed choices.

🚦 What the Colours Mean

• 🟢 Low Crime Area – Safer to work, study, and commute, especially during daytime hours.
• 🟡 Moderate Crime Area – Use basic precautions, especially at night or in quiet areas.
• 🔴 High Crime Area – Be vigilant, avoid late-night work if possible, and use well-lit routes.

🧭 Practical Safety Tips for Gig Workers & Students

• Use Trusted Navigation Apps (e.g., Google Maps, Citymapper) to find well-lit, busy routes.
• Buddy System: Let a friend know your route or work shift, especially in new areas.
• Emergency Contacts: Save 000 (police/fire/ambulance) in your phone; use SOS features on your device.
• Portable Charger: Always keep your phone charged while working or commuting.
• Local Police Stations: Know your nearest police station — you can find these via VicPol.

🧰 Support Resources & Interventions

If you feel unsafe or need support, here are helpful services you can access:

• Study Melbourne Student Centre
  • Free, confidential support for all international students
    • 👉 Visit Site
• Crime Stoppers Victoria
  • Report or learn more about incidents confidentially
    • 👉 Visit Site
• Your University Safety Services
  • Most universities offer campus escorts, late-night security, and shuttle services. Check with your institution.