{"id":60400,"date":"2026-07-15T17:00:18","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T07:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/mylatrobe\/?p=60400"},"modified":"2026-07-15T17:01:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T07:01:33","slug":"national-ausalert-test-on-27-july-2026-important-safety-information","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/mylatrobe\/national-ausalert-test-on-27-july-2026-important-safety-information\/","title":{"rendered":"National\u00a0AusAlert\u00a0test on 27 July 2026: Important safety information\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The\u00a0Australian\u00a0Government will conduct a nationwide test of\u00a0AusAlert, Australia\u2019s new national emergency warning system<strong> at 2pm on Monday, 27\u00a0July 2026.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AusAlert\u00a0will be a\u00a0fast and reliable way to help people be informed and better prepared during local and national emergencies,\u00a0such as bushfires, severe weather and public health emergencies.\u00a0\u00a0Before\u00a0AusAlert\u00a0becomes operational in October 2026, it will be tested across Australia to ensure it works as intended.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to expect during the test<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As part of the nationwide test, this alert will sound on all compatible mobile devices including those that are set to&nbsp;\u2018silent\u2019&nbsp;or&nbsp;\u2018do&nbsp;not&nbsp;disturb\u2019.&nbsp;Compatible devices may be mobile phones, smartwatches, and tablets.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Devices may:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>vibrate\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>display a text message\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>play a loud,\u00a0siren-like sound for approximately 10 seconds\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The message will clearly&nbsp;state&nbsp;that it is a test and that no action is&nbsp;required.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important information\u00a0for\u00a0people\u00a0with\u00a0additional\u00a0or\u00a0safety devices\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AusAlerts&nbsp;are designed to get people\u2019s attention quickly during emergencies, to help keep them safe. Bur for people who use safety devices,&nbsp;receiving&nbsp;an&nbsp;AusAlert&nbsp;may cause concern as it would make those&nbsp;devises&nbsp;easier to find, especially&nbsp;if they are meant to stay hidden.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If&nbsp;receiving&nbsp;AusAlerts&nbsp;may place you, or someone&nbsp;you know, at risk, the following steps could be taken&nbsp;<strong>at least 1 hour before the test<\/strong>:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Turn\u00a0the device\u00a0off or switch it to\u00a0aeroplane\u00a0mode\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leave the device turned off or in\u00a0aeroplane\u00a0mode\u00a0for 24 hours\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn the device off if it does not have an\u00a0aeroplane\u00a0mode option\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider all devices that may need to remain undiscovered and disconnecting during this alert including phones, smartwatches, tablets\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A device in&nbsp;aeroplane&nbsp;mode can still be used through&nbsp;WiFi&nbsp;where it is safe to do so.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Important: you will still receive the AusAlert national test if your device is on \u2018silent\u2019 or \u2018do not disturb\u2019<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For people in Victoria, this means taking these steps by 1:00pm (AEST) on Monday 27\u00a0July.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where it is safe to do so, you are encouraged to share this information discreetly with anyone who may need it.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ausalert.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AusAlert<\/a>&nbsp;website to learn more, find safety&nbsp;guidance,&nbsp;and&nbsp;translated resources.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>La Trobe Support Services<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you or anyone you know is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000) or&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>(0 000 on University phones)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Connect with\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/students\/support\/wellbeing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">La Trobe\u2019s Wellbeing Services<\/a>, including Student Wellbeing Connect.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can access\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/students\/support\/wellbeing\/services\/safer-community\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">La Trobe\u2019s Safer Community Service<\/a>, a free and confidential support service for all La Trobe students and staff.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Out-of-hours mental health and wellbeing support can be accessed anytime 24 hours a day by calling 1300 146 307 or texting 0488 884 100.\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>External supports<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800respect.org.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1800 RESPECT<\/a>: National sexual assault, domestic, family violence counselling service.\u202fTel: 1800 737 732\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.esafety.gov.au\/report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ESafety Commissioner<\/a>: A national service to report and respond to online abuse or illegal and restricted content.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/casacv.org.au\/referral-forms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CASACV<\/a>: Counselling, advocacy and support for anyone who has experienced sexual assault, (past or recent). Located in Bendigo, a counsellor also visits Bendigo campus fortnightly for student appointments and can be accessed via Wellbeing Services or CASACV.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.austin.org.au\/contact-northern-casa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NCASA<\/a>: 03 9496 2369, Counselling, advocacy and support for anyone who has experienced sexual assault, (past or recent). Located in Heidelberg, a counsellor also visits the Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus weekly for student appointments and can be accessed through Wellbeing Services or NCASA.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacl.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sexual Assault Crisis Line<\/a>: Provide crisis response, support and advocacy for people who have experienced Sexual violence.\u202fAfter Hours Tel: 1800 806 292.\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.djirra.org.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Djirra<\/strong><\/a>:\u00a0\u202fDjirra is a place where culture is shared and celebrated, and where practical support is available to Aboriginal people who are currently experiencing family violence or have in the past.\u00a0\u202fTel: 1800 105 3030\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.13yarn.org.au\/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=18701677403&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADQo_xrvogMy_XMILqUQOtr4jyE2T&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAiebIBhDmARIsAE8PGNKKOiBBpC2x2BE-jIzf9oT00jEJohnQoQKM-_2elNM8fFGBMN9KfYoaAiFaEALw_wcB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">13Yarn<\/a>:\u00a0Thirteen YARN is the first national crisis line for mob needing support, offering 24\/7 confidential yarning with Lifeline-trained Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporters. 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