With the new school year upon us, it’s a great time for kids, teachers and families to learn about the simple steps we can take to stay safe and secure online

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• Easy Guide to Socialising Online

  Check out the Easy Guide to Socialising Online for information about the cybersafety features of social media sites

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• More than a third book summer holidays online

  Australians are being urged to Stay Smart Online as they increase their summer holiday travel bookings over coming weeks.
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• Tagged

  When a group of high-school friends post a rumour about a rival, it sparks a chain reaction that leaves no one untouched. Cyberbullying, sexting, filmed fights and police action follow – will these friends be Tagged forever?
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• Cyber White Paper

  The Cyber White Paper is an important communiqué to the Australian community about the key opportunities and risks of cyberspace. It will provide greater clarification on the roles and responsibilities for cyber issues across government, and will highlight how important it is to work cooperatively with individuals, industry and community groups to optimise the many benefits of the online environment.
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• Cybersafety Help Button

  The Cybersafety Help Button is a new Australian Government initiative designed to keep children and families safe online. The help button is an online resource that gives children and young people easy access to cybersafety information and assistance. You can download the button now at the Department of Broadband, Communications and Digital Economy's website.
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