Victoria bans student phones at schools
safe kidsStudents at all Victorian government schools will be banned from using or carrying phones from first to last bell from next year in an attempt to reduce distraction and cyber bullying
Push for in-ground traffic lights for phone users
technologyLooking at a smartphone while walking near or across roads is dangerous. To keep people safe, Sydney and Melbourne have trialled in-ground traffic lights, with Adelaide set to follow
Bullying a growing problem in our schools
safe kidsAn international teacher survey has found bullying, intimidation and cyber-harassment are common in Australian schools, with the problem worse than five years ago
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Compulsive phone use affects wellbeing
Port Adelaide AFL players are putting away their phones and a new study has found we might all feel better about ourselves if we follow their lead
Footy star slams internet trolls
AFLW star Tayla Harris has called for action to be taken against trolls after offensive comments were directed at an incredible photo of her kicking a football
Australia under attack from cyber hackers
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Beware tiny creatures hiding in seashells
After a day of building sandcastles and collecting shells on a Western Australian beach a young girl unknowingly took home a very dangerous creature
Now is the time to learn about fire safety
More than 130 dangerous bushfires are burning across Queensland, reminding everyone of the importance of knowing how to call for help and stay safe in case of fire
Kids can help keep families safe
Behaviour experts know that adults are more likely to listen to their kids than to strangers. Kids could be the perfect people to remind their parents to drive safely.
Good friends saved her from bullies
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Danger! You’re not using enough sunscreen
Scientists find sun lovers are risking skin cancer because they don’t use enough sunscreen for proper protection. So how much is enough?
Australia-first review into phones at school
NSW orders Australia’s first review into the dangers and benefits of smartphone use in schools
Toboggan-run fun banned to “maximise safety”
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Walk the path to health
Join the millions of kids walking safely to school this Friday. Every little bit of exercise helps keep you happy and healthy.
Hacker’s good and evil tale of technology
A former teen hacker nicknamed Mafiaboy explains how kids have to protect themselves in a world where technology can be positive or take them to the dark side
Ed Sheeran’s anti-bullying message
International music superstar Ed Sheeran has used his local concert to send an anti-bullying message to all Australian schoolkids
PM acts to stop bullying in schools
PM Malcolm Turnbull has personally written to every school in Australia asking them to join the fight against bullying
Call to ban smartphones in schools
There’s a push to ban smartphones in schools to prevent cyberbullying and to improve students’ focus on learning
Millions of maggots invade beaches
Beachgoers in Sydney have been shocked at the sight of millions of maggots washing up on the northern beaches
What happens when you get sunburnt?
Australians are told over and over again to stay out of the sun, wear a hat and use sunscreen, but why? What actually happens if you get burnt? A lot, it turns out.
Student activity screened
School students’ days of playing games and streaming content when they should be working in class could be numbered, with the introduction of an Australian-made program
Why swim between the flags?
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Backyard pool slides into hot water
Perth friends inherited an old fairground slide and turned their pool into one of the most popular, and potentially most dangerous, attractions in town. VIDEO
Cyclists urged to slow down
A review of safety on shared paths has led to a new campaign around bike rules. VIDEO
Neighbours star stands up against bullying
A new study reveals “covert” bullying is on the rise among girls, Lilly Van Der Meet tells her story
Air safety a top priority
Any safety incident involving aircraft in Australia is thoroughly investigated to keep flying safe.
Sharing no good for cyber safety
CHILDREN as young as eight are sharing too much personal information online, according to alarming new figures.
