Out and About

Australian children have been playing in water – at the beach, in pools, rivers and creeks – for generations. But each year about 300 Australians drown – including around 50 children - and so it is crucial to know how to act safely in and around water. The majority of...

The Australian way of life often includes a lot of time outdoors – whether it be kicking the footy in the local park, mucking around in the back yard, walking through the bush, or playing organised sport. It’s great to get out and about in the fresh air – and to stay...

If you haven’t had pets before, or haven’t spent much time with other people’s pets, your parents should check if any member of your family is allergic before you bring a pet home. One way is to visit the RSPCA – if you leave with red, itchy eyes and a runny nose, you...

Farm machinery can cause accidents and deaths to adults and children of all ages. Many of the rules about being safe around farm machinery and equipment are the same as those relating to smaller items in your yard or shed – it’s just that these items are bigger: Make...

Before you ride a dirt bike or mini bike on private property, you should learn safe techniques and conduct, initially under adult supervision. The safest place for you to learn to ride is in areas specifically designed for motorcycles and mini bikes, under the...

As with any activity, bushwalking and hiking can be safe and injury free - if you and others with you prepare properly and then use common sense. No one should go bushwalking without proper and adequate supplies, knowledge and experience. If you don’t know what to do...

Each week, hundreds of young people are treated in hospital emergency departments for injury. In fact, injury is the greatest cause of death to Australian children over the age of one. About half of the injuries to young people aged under 15 years happen at home. Many...