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Learn at your own pace with our free courses on everything from how to access the internet, make video calls or set up your device

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Online safety for grandparents and carers

A free guide with key advice and practical tips to help you become more involved in the online world your grandchildren inhabit.

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Build your online skills

Learn at your own pace with our free courses on everything from how to access the internet, make video calls or set up your device

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Free online safety presentations

Join us online to learn about the eSafety essentials. Seven engaging and interactive presentations.

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Online safety for grandparents and carers

A free guide with key advice and practical tips to help you become more involved in the online world your grandchildren inhabit.

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Be Connected is an Australia wide initiative empowering all Australians to thrive in a digital world. We have online learning resources as well as a Network of community partners - the Be Connected Network - who offer support so you can develop your digital skills and confidence. Find a local place for friendly help and advice, or join the Network to help others.

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Social media apps

Explore the world of social media with the big names like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest. We take an in-depth look at how you can safely create your own account in each of these platforms before going on to discover how you can find content of interest to you. You’ll also learn about some common social media scams and how you can protect yourself against them.

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Mobile banking

Using an app on your smartphone or tablet to bank online is known as mobile banking. Our new courses show you how to do this safely and securely. With our very own and ever popular Squirrel Bank examples and practice activities, you can hone key mobile banking skills in a safe environment using your smart device.

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Smart homes

There are many different ways modern technology can help us in our daily lives. From voice-controlled smart speakers to making the family tv display content from your smart phone, our new courses look at what gadgets are available, how they work and how to use them safely.

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How to use Zoom

2020 has been the year of video chats, and Zoom is one of the world's favourite video chat applications. This course shows you what Zoom is, how it works and how to get yourself set up and using Zoom safely to connect with friends, family and the community.

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Buying and selling online

We look at common online shopping options, as well as popular sites like eBay and Gumtree. We also show you how to set up PayPal and other helpful tips for being safer when buying and selling online.

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A short guide on the topics you want to hear about. Find out how you can spot the latest scams, stay safer online, and much more.

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Meet Vera

Vera is a busy mother, grandmother and business co-owner. Vera has hit a wall when it comes to new technology and struggles to keep up. In this episode of our First Timers, we see how Vera's son, Chris, is helping Vera to grasp new technology, connect with her local community, and sell some of her unwanted furniture. Watch as Vera learns new things and perhaps you will also discover something new for the first time today.

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