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This edition of eSafety Commissioner’s Tech Trends Converge explores how covert recording enabled by smart glasses has the potential to amplify harmful content and conduct online, including image-based abuse, adult cyber abuse, cyberbullying of children, and exposure to violent material.
Smart Glasses & Online Safety

This post expires on Tuesday 22 December 2026

Economic Justice Australia has launched ASSIST, a helpline connecting frontline workers with specialist social security advisers from community legal centres. The service provides information, guidance, and secondary consultation on complex Centrelink matters to strengthen support for people experiencing financial hardship.
ASSIST Helpline: 1800 379 604 | Flyer | Website

This post expires on Tuesday 22 December 2026

The guide now includes expanded information on intellectual property, privacy and automated decision-making, updated guidance on Australia’s approach to AI regulation, and new content about AI agents.
View AI guide

This post expires on Tuesday 15 December 2026

Organisations supporting people impacted by disasters can register with GIVIT. Once registered, organisations can access donations, and request essential goods and services for the impacted people they are helping. This includes groceries, fuel, toiletries, clothing, whitegoods, appliances, furniture, and other essentials.
GIVIT website | Register Organisation

This post expires on Tuesday 15 December 2026

The kit includes resources such as fact sheets, posters, videos and social media content to help communities learn about the service and the support available. The kit also includes resources tailored for multicultural and First Nations peoples to support conversations with these audiences.
Download kit

This post expires on Tuesday 8 December 2026

The directory compiles free and low-cost clinical, psychosocial, and crisis mental health services. Practitioners can filter options by Initial Assessment & Referral (IAR) levels, specific needs – such as eating disorders and substance concerns – and priority groups, efficiently connecting clients with targeted support.
CESPHN Mental Health Services Directory | To list your service: contact mhdirectory@cesphn.com.au

This post expires on Tuesday 8 December 2026

The awards celebrate individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in areas including community service, charitable work, education and school development, the environment, arts and culture, sport, and humanitarian initiatives. Categories: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, and Sportsperson of the Year.
Nominations close Friday, 6 November
Awards information & nomination form

Filmmakers of all ages are invited to submit short films up to 10 minutes in length. Based around the theme “Best Beaches,” entries can explore local history, surf culture, community, or fictional stories, highlighting the connections between people, place, and coastline through documentary or cinematic storytelling. Entries close Friday, 30 October.
Competition information & entry form

Led by WayAhead, Mental Health Month (MHM) encourages open conversations, raises awareness, and promotes support-seeking. The 2026 theme, “A Little Connection Goes a Long Way,” highlights how everyday moments of connection foster wellbeing. Downloadable resources include posters, MHM Calendar, school packs, and more.
Download MHM resources

New:
– Child Safety Laws
– Background Checks
Updated:
– Key positions in a company limited by guarantee and incorporated association
– Running an incorporated association in New South Wales
– Whistleblower protections laws fact sheet
– Merging with other organisations
– Amalgamating incorporated associations

This post expires on Wednesday 25 November 2026