Carolyn Male MP, State Member for Pine Rivers, recently asked a question of Police Minister, the Hon Neil Roberts, how the Queensland Police Service are assisting concerned parents and children of Pine Rivers.

Carolyn Male MP said, “The Minister informed me that there are a range of strategies in place to assist parents, guardians and carers to keep children safe from predators on the internet.”

“The Queensland Police Service has launched a government-funded DVD called ‘Who’s chatting to your kids?’ which will be used by police when they visit schools and community groups and speak with parents, guardians and carers,” Carolyn Male MP said.

“This DVD complements the “Who’s chatting to your kids?” information brochure produced by the world-renowned Task Force Argos.”

“This brochure advises parents, guardians and carers of the risks associated with children using the internet and the dangers posed by child sex offenders online. The brochure has been updated to reflect current internet safety advice and advances in technology. To date, 30 000 copies of the brochure have been printed for the public.”

“The Bligh Government has also recently released a new brochure, called “Cybersafety”. This brochure is a guide on how parents can keep their children safer from online bullies.”

“The “Cybersafety” brochure is a practical guide for parents on where to get more information about how to improve the safety of their children when using mobile phones and the internet.”

“The Bligh Government is committed to giving parents the necessary tools to enable them to protect their children from cyber harassment in the home and the community.”

For a copy of the brochure, “Who’s chatting to your kids?” or the new “Cybersafety” brochure or for further information, please contact my office on 3205 6779 or email pine.rivers@parliament.qld.gov.au.