Here is the official announcement on the Coalition’s $6m funding pledge for the Alannah & Madeline Foundation:

An elected Dutton Coalition Government will provide $6 million to the Alannah & Madeline Foundation to keep our children safe from online harm. 

The Foundation’s eLearning tools include a set of age-appropriate teaching and learning resources focussed on essential online safety, digital and media literacy skills for children aged 4 to 16. 

This commitment builds on the Coalition’s strong record of protecting children from online harm. We established the eSafety Commission and the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation, which we will double in size. The Coalition has also led the national debate on restricting social media for children under the age of 16. 

Leader of the Opposition, the Hon Peter Dutton MP, said only the Coalition can provide the strong leadership needed to tackle the issue of online safety.   

“There is no more important matter for Australian society to consider than the protection of children. I know that many parents are desperate for help to limit the impacts of harmful content that’s re-wiring impressionable young minds in a bad way. We need to ensure parents and children are equipped with the knowledge and skills that will help them safely navigate the online world.     

“A Dutton Coalition Government proudly stands with parents, teachers and communities who want to see real action – not just words. Today’s funding announcement to continue the work of the Alannah and Madeline Foundation is an important part of our plan to keep children safe.”