eSafety

eSmart
eSmart Libraries

Mackay Regional Council Libraries is an accredited eSmart Library.

This means we:

  • deliver programs that promote safe and responsible online behaviour
  • share reliable and up-to-date cyber safety information
  • provide welcoming, inclusive, and accessible online spaces for our community

Learn more about eSmart Libraries.

What this means for our community
We will continue to:
  • Deliver programs that promote safe online behaviour

  • Share trusted cyber safety information

  • Provide welcoming and accessible spaces to go online

eSmart Libraries is supported by an $8 million, multi-year partnership with the Telstra Foundation. This partnership delivers eSmart Libraries to all 1500 public libraries across Australia at no cost.

eSmart video resources

Watch short videos about common online safety risks on the eSmart YouTube playlist:

Topics include:

• Risks of artificial intelligence

• Online romance extortion

• Scams affecting our region

• Safe online shopping

• Smart technology abuse

• App and device permissions

• Identity theft

• Ransomware

• Lottery scams

• Found USB devices

• Child online safety

Online safety resources

Office of the eSafety Commissioner

Provides support for adults and children to have safer online experiences. The site includes advice on cyberbullying, how to make a complaint, and strategies to manage online issues.

View the details here. 

Stay Smart Online

A free Australian Government service with easy-to-understand information on online safety and security. It helps protect Australians from cyber threats.

View the details here. 

Bullying. No Way!

Offers information and ideas to help prevent bullying, including online bullying. The site is designed for parents, carers, educators, and children.

View the details here. 

ScamWatch

Provides information about common scams and how to report them. The site aims to help Australians recognise and avoid scams.

View the details here. 

Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC)

A central hub for national cyber security advice. Individuals can report cyber security incidents to help protect Australia from online threats.

View the details here. 

ThinkUKnow Australia

An education program led by the Australian Federal Police. It provides advice for parents and carers, resources for educators, and options to report cyber crime or request a presentation.

View the details here. 

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