FOREWORDS
Message from Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AO QC
GOVERNOR OF NEW SOUTH WALES
The health and wellbeing of our children is everyone’s responsibility. As Patron of New South Wales Police Legacy, I am honoured to contribute a message to all parents, carers, teachers and members of the community who will read this new edition of the Child Safety Handbook.
Within these pages is a wealth of pro-active and preventative measures to keep our youngest and most vulnerable members of our community healthy and safe – at school and at home, with family members and with friends, while on the street and online, and during outdoor play and natural emergencies.
I congratulate New South Wales Police Legacy for its continuing commitment to providing a copy of this invaluable and updated resource to parents of primary school-aged children throughout our State.
Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AO QC
Governor of New South Wales
Foreword by The Premier of New South Wales
I have been fortunate to raise three boys, each different and beautiful in their own way. I understand how the health and safety of our children is a shared responsibility – one that requires institutions and individuals to work together.
This is why I am so happy to welcome the latest edition of the Child Safety Handbook. The handbook is full of practical advice to help parents, carers, and members of the community keep our kids safe and well.
The latest edition addresses a range of real-life issues, from safety online to bullying at school. We want our kids to be safe wherever they are, including at home, with friends, at school, online and in the outdoors.
I thank NSW Police Legacy and the Associated Media Group for their long-term commitment to this project. It is helping our youngest and most vulnerable citizens – our kids.The health and wellbeing of our children is everyone’s responsibility. As Patron of New South Wales Police Legacy, I am honoured to contribute a message to all parents, carers, teachers and members of the community who will read this new edition of the Child Safety Handbook.
Within these pages is a wealth of pro-active and preventative measures to keep our youngest and most vulnerable members of our community healthy and safe – at school and at home, with family members and with friends, while on the street and online, and during outdoor play and natural emergencies.
I congratulate New South Wales Police Legacy for its continuing commitment to providing a copy of this invaluable and updated resource to parents of primary school-aged children throughout our State.
Chris Minns MP
Premier of New South Wales
Foreword by New South Wales Minister for Police and Counter-Terrorism
We all have a role to play in making sure kids are safe, happy, and healthy in our community, and as the Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism, I will always make sure that the safety and wellbeing of children across our state is one of my top priorities.
I hope you find this Handbook useful – it’s full of real-world advice on staying safe online, in the classroom and playground, and on the road. It’s a fantastic resource for parents and carers as they navigate the many and varied challenging circumstances their kids might face.
On behalf of the NSW Government, thank you to NSW Police Legacy for their ongoing efforts in compiling this useful resource. The Handbook will go a long way towards keeping kids safe, and I know will be an invaluable go-to for parents and carers across the state.
Yasmin Catley
Minister for Police and Counter-Terrorism
Foreword by Chair of New South Wales Police Legacy
Like most parents, we all wish there had been a guidebook handed out with the birth of our children to help us navigate the ups and downs of raising them and keeping them safe.
The Associated Media Group must have heard us wishing, because the Child Safety Handbook provides the most up-to-date resources to help navigate the health and safety issues facing our children. It is an invaluable addition to any parenting toolbox in this modern and complex world we are living in.
NSW Police Legacy is very proud to have been associated with this important resource for more than eight years now, and grateful to all the organisations that advertise within it. Your continuing support benefits the families of deceased Police Officers across New South Wales.
Detective Superintendent Donna McCarthy APM
Chair – New South Wales Police Legacy
Foreword by New South Wales Commissioner of Police
One of the most challenging roles a person can have in life is that of a parent.
Anyone who has raised children knows the challenges, navigating what’s in the best interests of your child, protecting them from harm, and ensuring they grow up with the best opportunities before them.
Of course, there are few roles more rewarding too.
As Police we see the impacts that violence, fear and poor decisions can have on children. We also see the positives that come when children are nurtured and supported, whether at school, home or in the community.
The Child Safety Handbook provides important information to assist parents and carers. It’s a valuable resource that’s made possible because of the ongoing support of NSW Police Legacy and those who contribute to this important initiative.
Mal Lanyon APM
NSW Commissioner of Police