 I stay safe online by only talking to people I know and only using my device for the things my parents and I have agreed to. If something really happened online that didn't feel right, I would talk to a trusted adult about it, like my parents, teachers or big sister. I wouldn't open messages from people I don't know and I always know I need to check in with mum if I see anything that seems a bit weird. One in four children have been contacted online by someone they don't know. We as parents and caregivers need to realise that not everybody plays fair online, contacting children via social media or gaming applications, pretending to be someone they're not, even another young person to groom that child. That's why it's so important that we speak to our children to understand the warning signs and know that they can always speak to a parent or a trusted adult to seek support or to report behaviour that makes them feel uncomfortable. As the school year starts there's never been a better time to talk about online safety. This can involve having a chat with your friends and family about what you can do to stay safe online. Playing it fair online is important because everyone has the right to feel safe online. There is no place for online abuse or cyberbullying. We encourage you to speak with your children so that they can speak to a parent or a trusted adult if they need support. For more information, including on how to report, visit the Queensland Police website at www.police.qld.gov.au or the website of the Australian E-Safety Commissioner.