The Turning Summer Safer campaign is all about discovering tips and inspiration on how to have a fun, memorable and safe summer.
Whether you’re staying in with mates, heading out, or keeping it low-key, we’ve got tips to keep the celebrations safe and smooth.
Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok across December and January to stay in the loop and join the convo and turn summer safer.
Got advice on how to ‘Play it Safe’ this summer?
Join the convo by adding a safer celebrations tip and go into the draw to win a $100 gift voucher, and even snag one of our exclusive ‘Turning Summer Safer’ bucket hats (T&Cs apply). Check out the live responses below.
Your guide on how to play it safer this summer is here!
We’ve got all the info and inspiration on turning your summer safer! From info on standard drinks and drink spiking to connecting with support and responding to an emergency, we’ve got you covered this summer. Have a look!
An emergency is any situation when life or safety is at risk. This can include drug or alcohol emergencies. If someone passes out and you are unable to wake them, or if they become very unwell, call Triple Zero (000) for an ambulance – it could save their life.
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Alongside chatting to your GP/Doctor or talking to a trusted adult, Youth Solutions is always available to help connect you to support services and resources for any wellbeing or drug and alcohol concerns.
Visit our support page for more information.
1800 250 015
24/7 information, support and referrals for those affected by alcohol and other drug use.
131 126
24/7 telephone advice and information about poisons, including alcohol and other drugs, medications and other poisons. Trained specialists will assess the information and decide what needs to be done next.
1800 55 1800
24/7 phone and online counselling service for children and young people aged 5-25 years.
The Australian Drug Foundation’s (ADF) Text the Effects is an anonymous SMS service that provides confidential info about the effects of drugs in a quick and easy way. This is a free service and it’s open to anyone in Australia.
Text the Effects will text you information about:
Drink spiking is when someone adds alcohol or another drug to your drink without your knowledge or consent. It’s harmful and illegal.
Symptoms may include:
Don’t drink spike: Never add alcohol or other drugs to anyone’s drink without their knowledge.
Know the signs: If a drink looks, tastes or smells off, don’t drink it. If someone shows symptoms, find a safe place and call for help. Do not leave them alone.
If you think your drink has been spiked, as someone you know to get you to a safe place. If you feel really unwell, go to hospital or call Triple Zero, 000. Report it to police.
For more tips to keep safe or info on drink spiking…flick through our Turning Summer Safer guide now!
Connect with us at our upcoming campaign stalls. With plenty of giveaways and fun activities, you don’t want to miss us:
Check out our Turning Summer Safer animation:
This campaign has been made possible thanks to a generous donation from the Hunt Family Community Foundation.
The Hunt Family Community Foundation was established in 2023 to honour the legacy of the late Harry Hunt OAM. Harry was a champion of business and made an enormous contribution to his local community in South West Sydney for over 50 years. The Hunt family is committed to continuing his great work by supporting valuable projects and initiatives with partner organisations into the future. The Foundation looks forward to continuing its existing relationship with Youth Solutions; collectively making a difference and supporting the young people in our community.
Youth Solutions extends its sincere thanks to the Board of the Hunt Family Community Foundation for its support.
Contact the project lead for a chat or to request printed copies of the Turning Summer Safer guide:
Carla Fuller, Marketing & Community Relations Officer
02 4628 2319 | carla@youthsolutions.com.au
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