Safe
Gaming, internet, mobiles and devices
The internet, mobile phones and devices are fantastic resources, tools and often toys for all ages. They can be fun and rewarding but come with ever increasing risks and safety issues particularly for children.
Computers are no longer just for data processing and mobile no longer just for phone calls. Both can access the internet and email, send instant messages and pictures and so much more.
Both can also be a distraction even with safe games and browsing the internet.
Parents, carers and teachers need to educate children about safe internet and mobile practices and monitor reasonable amounts of usage.
The following organisations have fantastic information on identifying and defining what the risks are, educating parents on how to keep their children safe and offer fun online games and activities for children to take part in while learning about internet and mobile safety.
Featured safety resources
 Wherever you are in Australia, these featured resources are available nationally.
Please navigate through the subsections above to find more local or specific contacts.
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National contacts
This is a brief list of organisations listed throughout the Safe section, which provide a national emergency or safety service. For specific services or to see what’s available in a local area please browse the subsections in the menu above.
000 Triple Zero emergency
Ambulance, Fire, Police
Poisons Information
24 hour
State Emergency Services
24 hour
Translating and Interpreting Service
24 hour
State and local areas
Alcoholics Anonymous
24 hour
Crime Stoppers
24 hour
Kids Help Line
24 hour
Lifeline
24 hour
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Acknowledgement of Country
In the spirit of reconciliation Children's Guide acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.