An Australian public transport safety initiative

Your safety
starts at the stop.

Every day, thousands of Australians rely on buses and other forms of public transport. Knowing how to stay safe around them matters. SafeStops Australia works to improve awareness, encourage safer behaviour and give passengers practical information they can use.

Learn how to stay safe
A safer journey starts with the basics
01 Wait in a safe and appropriate place.
02 Stay alert around moving vehicles.
03 Make responsible decisions when travelling.

Recognised in the 2025 Premier's Coding Challenge

SafeStops Australia's work was recognised through the 2025 competition. Find out more about our achievement.

WHY WE EXIST

Every stop matters.

A bus stop might seem like an ordinary part of the day, but it is where many journeys begin and end. We believe that better awareness, education and community involvement can help make these everyday journeys safer.

SafeStops Australia campaign poster calling for mandatory seatbelts on rural school buses
Tabled in Queensland Parliament

797 voices. One message.

We called on the Queensland Government to introduce mandatory seatbelts on rural school buses. The campaign received 797 signatures from people who wanted to see safer travel for students.

The petition has now been tabled in Queensland Parliament. This is an important step for the campaign, and we thank everyone who took the time to show their support.

We will continue following the parliamentary process and keep our community informed about any developments.

View the parliamentary petition
INFORMATION AND EDUCATION

Making safer journeys

Whether you're waiting for a school bus, travelling with friends or getting home from work, a little awareness can make a difference.

Safety resources

Our resources cover everyday situations passengers may encounter around bus stops and public transport.

  • Where and how to wait safely
  • Boarding and leaving buses
  • Understanding vehicle blind spots
  • Being aware around moving traffic
Explore the safety rules →
THE COMMUNITY MATTERS

Safer transport starts together.

"Students rushing onto buses without letting others off first is unsafe and disrespectful."

— Mrs. B, Local School Teacher

Safe transport isn't just about the vehicles themselves. It is also about the people who use them every day. Feedback from students, parents, drivers, schools and the wider community helps bring attention to the situations that passengers experience.

Have a look at our Safety Quiz or browse our safety information.

NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

What's happening at SafeStops?

From campaign announcements and community projects to new safety resources, follow our latest updates through our Facebook page.