Safety at Macquarie and in Sydney
Macquarie University is a safe and welcoming place to study, and student safety and wellbeing is one of our top priorities. We provide advice on personal safety (
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As part of your orientation you will receive information on how to ensure your personal safety, as well as details on our 24-hour security service and a 24-hour emergency and enquiry contact which is available for all international students.
Read an article about safety on campus roads in the Macquarie Globe.
Emergencies ON campus
Help is available 24-hours a day at Macquarie University. We have help points available across campus (pictured right) which have a direct line to our security service. A free night time shuttle bus service for staff and students operates during semester between 6pm and 10:30pm. The bus route covers the entire campus (carparks, colleges, libraries, bus interchanges, on-campus housing and the train station).
Read more about security services offered at Macquarie University.
Campus Security - 9999 (Using any internal phone)
or 9850 - 9999 (Using any external phone)
If you need help at night or on the weekend
Macquarie University has an after-hours enquiry service for currently-enrolled international students.
If you need any assistance when the Macquarie International office is closed please call 1800 227 367 (1800 CARE MQ).
This is a free call from landlines anywhere in Australia. Standard call rates apply from mobile phones.
In an emergency that requires an ambulance, fire brigade or the police, please call 000.
Emergencies OFF campus
In an emergency call 000
You will be asked "Police, Fire or Ambulance?"
For non-emergencies call 131 - 444 (Police Assistance Line)
Other
Driving safety
International drivers should know the license regulations and familarise themselves with the road rules before attempting to drive in NSW.
You may also like to read more about driving safety in the Macquarie Globe article "Look out for zebras in Australia"
Beach safety
There are many beautiful beaches to enjoy in Australia but swimming in the ocean can be dangerous.
Stay safe at the beach.