In addition to assisting with the epidemic of STI’s amongst young people this app will create chaos within our community. When Charles Stewart has teenagers of his own attending parties then maybe he will understand the words ‘being responsible’. I have an idea, members of our community should start sending Mr Stewart the bill for…
This is not a new craze but it is becoming more popular. Amateur DJ’s putting on unplanned events to make a quick amount of cash without consequence. In the last 6 weeks we have seen the tragedy that can unfold at these young adult celebrations. This Bayswater party was a great example The same DJ…
Recently at a private party in Melbourne we had a number of hatecrashers throughout the night. Some of the gatecrashers decided that they would climb on some roofs of homes and attempt to get into the party. Some of them also decided to jump into neighbouring properties, trample garden beds, upset family pets and cause…
Police have closed down a face book party intended to take place in Mitcham tonight. Police became aware of the party after it was advertised on face book, inviting partygoers to attend at a cost of $10 per person. Over six hundred people were expected to attend the party. The location of the party, a…
Can you see your home in this screenshot? Don’t worry if you can’t; gatecrashers can easily get a bird’s-eye view just for you. And if your property has any weaknesses, they’ll even show up in person. A new craze Teens now take mobile-phone screenshots of proposed party venues and send them via the internet to…
Here’s a spot check of how Australians rang in the New Year. New South Wales Young woman attacked while walking home alone. Teen king hit in Kings Cross. Western Australia Young man killed at party. Partygoers overdose at event. Victoria Melbourne gardens trashed by illegal gathering. Queensland 16 year old stabbed in stomach at house…
When panicked parents ring days before a party, wanting my help, I assume they’re willing to follow my expert recommendations. This does not mean you can: Put your child in charge of an event. Pick and choose the recommendations you want (e.g. ditch my alcohol management plan and let kids come and go as they…
Life skills Most teens are keen to experience adult life and be treated with respect. This is a natural part of growing up, but it’s a two-way deal. For it to work, teenagers must give a bit; they can’t just take, take and take. We’re not talking sheep stations here. I’m just saying that with…
Everything old is new again Remember absinthe? The stuff that drove addicts ‘mad’ and was banned for a century? Well, it’s coming to a teen party near you. While absinthe’s psychoactive perils may have been overplayed, any drink that packs up to 74% alcohol by volume is not for kids. Absinthe is ferociously potent for…
Mighty quest For two years I’ve been campaigning nationally for legislative change in relation to teen parties. As the recent spate of party-related damage, injury and death clearly shows, we need solutions more than ever. Litany of loss On Wednesday, a young man home alone decided to throw this highly destructive party. On Thursday, a…