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Body & health

Sun protection for ordinary Australian days

Plan for UV exposure at school, work, sport and the beach.

Relationships & identity

Getting support when you experience racism

Prioritise safety, record what happened and choose a reporting route that fits the setting.

Study & work

Plan a gap year with a purpose and a budget

Turn time between school, study or work into a realistic plan rather than an expensive pause.

Digital life

Dealing with unwanted messages

Set contact boundaries and respond when messages become persistent, sexual or threatening.

Everyday independence

Booking and managing appointments for yourself

Use a simple system for calls, questions, costs and follow up.

Mind & wellbeing

Missing home while building a new life

Handle the practical and emotional parts of being away from familiar people and places.

Body & health

When headaches interrupt your day

Track useful details and know when a headache needs medical attention.

Relationships & identity

Getting help with bullying at school

Document the pattern, ask for a practical safety plan and keep following up.

Study & work

Write your first resume with little paid experience

Show relevant skills honestly using school, community, caring and personal projects.

Digital life

Setting phone boundaries that actually fit your day

Make deliberate choices about availability, attention and downtime.

Everyday independence

Handling pressure to drink without a big explanation

Keep your choices clear and make it easier to leave an uncomfortable situation.

Mind & wellbeing

Living with worry about the climate

Stay informed and involved without making yourself responsible for solving everything.