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Stay safe online with AARNet’s guidance on avoiding harmful content, cyber bullying, and digital abuse to support safer internet use for you, your family, and community.
At AARNet we’re committed to supporting a safer online environment for everyone — individuals, families, and communities alike. We believe that digital spaces should be respectful, secure, and suitable for all users, including children and young people.
Using the internet responsibly
We encourage all users to act responsibly and in accordance with Australian laws when engaging online. End users must not produce or share content that is prohibited under Australian State, Territory, or Commonwealth law, including under the Online Safety Act 2021, which aims to protect Australians from serious online harm.
This includes material classified as Class 1A and Class 1B:
For more detail on these classifications, visit the eSafety Commissioner’s guidance.
Helping you limit exposure to harmful content
If you’re looking to manage or reduce access to harmful material, particularly for children, there are tools available to help. One effective option is using a family-friendly internet filter, which can block access to inappropriate or high-risk content before it appears.
To learn more about available tools, visit the Family Friendly Filter page provided by Communications Alliance.
How to report harmful or illegal content
If you come across online content that seems unsafe, illegal or concerning, particularly anything that falls under Class 1A or 1B, you can report it directly to the eSafety Commissioner, who is responsible for investigating and acting on serious online harm.
The easiest way to report is through their secure online portal:
If you’re unable to access the online reporting tool, you can also contact eSafety for support by email or phone:
Some reports can be made anonymously, particularly those relating to illegal or restricted content such as child sexual abuse material, terrorism, or extreme violence. Please note: reports involving cyber bullying or adult cyber abuse generally require contact details to proceed.
For more information about the types of content that can be reported and how the process works, visit the eSafety website.
Support for parents and carers
Helping children navigate the internet safely is a shared effort. If you’re a parent, carer, or educator, there are reliable tools and resources available to help you supervise and support young people online.
The eSafety Commissioner’s site offers:
Practical tips for staying safe online
Online safety doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are some practical ways to build safer online habits for yourself, your family, and your community:
You can find more detailed safety resources at the eSafety website.