AusAlert is Australia's new national warning system. It uses mobile technology to send emergency alerts directly to compatible mobile phones, tablets and smart watches in affected areas. 

Please visit the AusAlert website for the most up to date information.

AusAlert testing

A national test is happening on Monday 27 July at 1:30 PM South Australia (SA, including Broken Hill). This testing will happen across the country before the official rollout in October 2026.

For more information on testing, watch the video with Auslan interpretation below.

What to expect during the test

• A test alert will be sent to all compatible mobile devices within the area (this includes mobile phones, tablets and smart watches)

• The alert will make a loud siren-like sound and vibrate for about 10 seconds

• It will sound even if your device is on ‘silent’ or ‘do not disturb’

• If you receive a test alert while driving or riding, don’t pick up your mobile phone

The AusAlert test messages will clearly say they are a test. You don’t need to do anything. Do not reply to the test message or dial 000.

Below is an example of what the testing alert will look like.

Access AusAlert resources in your language

If you speak another language or want to support someone who does, click on the language options below to find translated information.

What to do if you don’t want to receive the AusAlert test

If this noise could disrupt you or cause you to feel unsafe, please turn off your mobile devices or switch them to aeroplane mode before the test time, and leave them off for at least one hour. 

Additional resources

• Get extra support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

• Learn more about AusAlert’s accessibility support

• Emergency messaging in regional and remote Australia

• Learn how to travel safe with AusAlert

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Getting support

Our Student Wellbeing team are here to support you if you need someone to talk to. For more information on AusAlerts, visit the AusAlert website. 

Last updated on 8 July 2026.