Here's a handy list of resources for everyone concerned with the care and safety of children.

For more information contact the Road Safety Officer on 8945 5014 or roadsafety@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.

Child Protection Helpline

Reporting concerns about a child’s safety is an important step in preventing or stopping abuse or neglect. Community Services can intervene and help families in situations where a child or young person may be unsafe.

If you know someone you think is at risk, call the helpline on 132 111.

Poisons Information Centre

The NSW Poisons Information Centre provides the latest poisons information and advice to the public. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You can phone their hotline on 13 11 26 or visit the NSW Poisons Information Centre website for poisons prevention, first aid information and fact sheets.

NSW Family and Community Services 

Family and Community Services (FACS) promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and works to build stronger families and communities. FACS provide child protection services, parenting support and early intervention, foster care and adoption services. Visit the FACS website for more information.

Families NSW Parenting Resources

Becoming a parent is one of the most challenging and rewarding tasks in life. No one can be expected to have the right answers all the time. Offering advice and parenting tips to give you a helping hand, Families NSW is an extensive and valuable resource on all things parenting.

KidSafe NSW

Kidsafe NSW is a useful parenting resource promoting child injury prevention and education in an effort to preserve and protect the lives of our children. Kidsafe’s website has a wealth of information about current news and events as well as resources, information sheets and fun educational video clips.