Toddlers are at risk of drowning in everyday objects around the home
Kidsafe Victoria launches new campaign in a bid to reduce the number of childhood drowning incidents Kidsafe Victoria has launched a new campaign warning parents and carers about the dangers posed by drowning hazards in and around the home environment, heading into the Labour Day holiday. The call comes as statistics from the Royal Life […]
Kidsafe Victoria E-News February 2022
What a weekend we had at the Pregnancy, Baby and Children’s Expo after a long wait! We had a great time meeting so many families and are looking forward to supporting you all in your parenting / caring journey. We have a packed e-news for you this month – we are excited to launch our […]
Seth, Pippa and Georgina – Their stories told to help save future lives
Driveways are often the height of activity around our homes – they are where we get ready to head off and start our day at work, school or kindergarten, wash our cars, begin our family road trips and welcome and say goodbye to visitors. However, they are also a particularly dangerous place for children. On […]
Every week one child is run-over in a driveway in Australia
Kidsafe Victoria launches new driveway safety community awareness campaign Kidsafe Victoria has launched an impactful new safety campaign in a bid to reduce the number of horrific driveway run-over incidents. Tragically, on average 7 children aged 0-14 years are killed and 60 are seriously injured due to driveway run-over incidents every year in Australia […]
Kidsafe Victoria E-News January 2022
I hope you’ve all had a safe and happy holiday and managed to have a well deserved break despite the newest phase of the COVID pandemic being upon us. Sadly already this summer, 5 children under the age of 15 have drowned in Australia. Please read our important warning for all parents and carers in […]
How to choose your first child car restraint for bub
Congrats! You’re expecting a new baby, got a bun in the oven, preggers, with child, eating for two, got a pea in the pod, expecting a visit from the stork. Whatever you choose to call it, it’s BIG – exciting, terrifying, overwhelming, spectacular – NEWS. There are a number of important items that you’ll need […]
Five preventable child drownings drive water safety authorities to issue urgent warning for closer adult supervision
Families encouraged to set designated supervisors over the Australia Day holiday Kidsafe Victoria and Life Saving Victoria are urging parents and carers to ensure children are actively supervised in or around water this Australia Day holiday in a bid to prevent childhood drownings. The call comes as Life Saving Victoria statistics reveal five children […]
Potential closure of swimming pools in Campaspe Shire
Media Statement – Potential closure of swimming pools in Campaspe Shire Council Tuesday 18th January 2022 Kidsafe Victoria have recently become aware of the recommendations made by Council to close 7 swimming pools in the Campaspe Shire. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death in children under the age of 5, with […]
CHRISTMAS PAST AND PRESENT – A MEMORY THAT IS FOREVER IN MUM, MEL’S, MIND
Christmas is a time of family get togethers, fun and festivities. As the sun shone on Boxing Day 14 years ago, life was feeling pretty good. Mel Anderson was celebrating with her extended family, sitting outside with her little 10-month-old son Matty crawling around at her feet. Matty wasn’t quite walking and with so many […]
Kidsafe Victoria E-News December 2021
It’s hard to believe this year is almost over – we hope you are all making plans to take time out and look after yourselves. Coming up to the festive session, we have a couple of child safety reminders: – check presents or cards for button batteries and magnets and make sure these are secure […]
