The focus of the Whitsunday Schoolies Week Committee has always been, and will continue to be, placed on providing a safe program for Schoolies.  Parents can rest assured that if their young person is heading to Schoolies in the Whitsundays, they have plenty to do and there are numerous measures in place to increase safety.  BUT at the end of the day, ultimately it is up to the young people to make positive choices to keep themselves and their friends safe during Schoolies.

Coming to Schoolies?

You should read our Survival Guide and Hot Tips pages for advice on how to enjoy your Schoolies experience and keep safe.

Safety Measures

• During Schoolies Week, a Chill Out Zone will be set up near the Lagoon to provide a place where Schoolies can feel safe and get assistance.
• All Schoolies events are drug and alcohol free.
• Only genuine Year 12 school leavers can obtain an official Schoolies Photo ID Card.
• All Schoolies events are ‘Schoolies only’ and access is granted only on presentation of an official ID card.
• A Schoolies bus will provide free transport.
• Safety programs will be conducted in schools prior to Schoolies.
• Security personnel are present at every Schoolies venue and event.
• Lights at the Lagoon remain on until dawn each night of Schoolies Week and two lifeguards are on duty throughout the night. 
  

Hotel Chaplaincy Service
(The Red Frog Crew)

• Street Chaplains will walk around Airlie Beach to assist in providing a safe environment for Schoolies and encourage them to participate in organised activities.
• On-site Resort Chaplains will be staying at various resorts where Schoolies are accommodated to provide support and assistance.
• Roving Resort Chaplains will visit those accommodation houses that do not have on-site chaplains, but do have a number of Schoolies staying.
• Prevention programs will be conducted in schools promoting how to have a safe and happy Schoolies.
• A toll-free hotline 1300 557 123 will be available to Schoolies during the week if they need information, help or a visit from the Red Frogs during Schoolies.
• In 2007, the Red Frog Crew provided live DJ and other entertainment every night from the Red Frog Stage in Schoolies Central.
• For more information on the Red Frob Crew, visit www.redfrogs.com.au

You can check out more information on getting home safely, drugs, alcohol, your rights and sexual health by visiting www.schooliesweek.qld.gov.au