After years of hard work, it’s finally time to let loose and celebrate. But as fun as schoolies can be, it’s important that you stay safe, including when it comes to sex. Use condoms The easiest way to practice safe sex? Use condoms. Condoms act as a physical barrier, preventing […]
What is STI testing? STI testing is the process of running medical tests to check for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is quick, easy, and confidential. Most STI tests only require a blood test and either a self-collected swab or a urine sample. Why is STI testing important? […]
It’s Valentine’s Day National Condom Day! It’s no coincidence that Valentine’s Day and National Condom Day fall on the same day… but in terms of which one we’re celebrating, well, that’s a no brainer. Here at Play Safe, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate condoms, but today, on National Condom […]
After years of hard work, it’s finally time to let loose and celebrate. But as fun as schoolies can be, it’s important that you stay safe, including when it comes to sex. Use condoms The easiest way to practice safe sex? Use condoms. Condoms act as a physical barrier, preventing […]
What is STI testing? STI testing is the process of running medical tests to check for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is quick, easy, and confidential. Most STI tests only require a blood test and either a self-collected swab or a urine sample. Why is STI testing important? […]
It’s Valentine’s Day National Condom Day! It’s no coincidence that Valentine’s Day and National Condom Day fall on the same day… but in terms of which one we’re celebrating, well, that’s a no brainer. Here at Play Safe, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate condoms, but today, on National Condom […]
World AIDS Day Ever wondered why you see red ribbons everywhere in early December? Well, it’s because of World AIDS Day. World AIDS Day takes place on the 1st of December each year and is all about showing support for people living with HIV, raising awareness about HIV prevention, testing […]
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Need help, support or information? Check out the links below.
If you, or someone you are with, is in immediate danger call 000.
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Free, confidential information about sexual health.
1800 451 624 (Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm)
Information and advice for reproductive and sexual health issues online or by phone.
1300 658 886 (Monday to Friday 8.30am-5.00pm)
Support and advice in a personal crisis.
13 11 14 (24 hours, every day). Online web chat, available every day 7pm-4am AEST.
24/7 support for young people to talk to someone about anything that’s going on in their life.
1800 55 1800
24/7 telephone, email, and web support for people affected by mental health issues.
1300 22 4636
24/7 online youth mental health service if you’re going through a tough time.
24/7 telephone and online support and information service for Australian men.
1300 78 99 78
24/7 telephone and online crisis counselling service for anyone in NSW.
1800 424 017
24/7 sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.
1800 737 732
Nationally-oriented counselling and referral service for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and/or intersex (LGBTI).
1800 184 527 and web-chat (3pm – 12am every day)
Counselling and other services for transgender and gender diverse people, their partners, families and friends.
(02) 9519 7599 (Monday to Friday 9.00am-4.30pm)
Information, education and peer support for intersex people.
Relationship advice and stories. Dating, relationships and when love hurts.
Free legal information and advice for young people including sex, sexting, consent, pregnancy, porn and more.
www.lawstuff.org.au/nsw_law/topics
Seeing porn might seem normal. But what does porn say? Who makes it and why? And what does it mean for you
Body Talk is designed to address some of the common concerns young people have about their bodies, providing accurate information about reproductive and sexual health.
