CHRISTMAS CLOSURE: The Kidsafe Victoria Team’s last working day will be Friday 19 December 2025, and will return from Monday 5 January 2026.

Button Batteries Can Be Deadly For Children If Swallowed

In Australia an estimated 20 children per week present to an emergency department with an injury related to a button battery. Kidsafe Victoria has today issued a red alert about the dangers of button batteries, warning parents and carers that they can cause severe life-threatening injuries if swallowed by children. Jason Chambers, Kidsafe Victoria General […]