Queensland’s Surfers Paradise is set to welcome around 15,000 recent graduates for the annual schoolies celebration.

In anticipation of the event, authorities and volunteer groups are rolling out extensive safety measures and support services to ensure a smooth experience for all involved.

Law enforcement has bolstered their ranks by bringing in officers from across the southeastern region to maintain order and safety.

“Our team will be out in full force, easily identifiable in uniform as well as in plain clothes, conducting activities like random breath testing at entry points and employing wanding techniques,” police representatives explained.

Meanwhile, parents are encouraged to stay alert and informed.

“Keep an eye on what your kids are doing. Let them celebrate the school that they’re leaving behind and the next chapter of their life,” police said.

Ambulance services are also on standby, advising students to prioritise safety.

“The first piece of advice is always be safe and watch your mate,” ambulance service personnel said.

There are indications that students are participating in safer activities this year.

“It seems that the school leavers are actually engaging in a lot more daytime activities that doesn’t include excessive consumption of alcohol,” ambulance service personnel said.

A pop-up emergency treatment centre, staffed by doctors, nurses, social workers, and mental health specialists, will operate between 6pm and 2am daily.

The centre is equipped with a resuscitation station and facilities for treating minor injuries, and is anticipating up to 100 presentations each night.

Red Frogs Australia has mobilised 550 volunteers to provide assistance to school leavers.

“We’ve just bumped in 10,000 pancake shakers today and also with seven tons of red frogs,” said a representative from Red Frogs Australia.

The organisation also offers a walk-home service.

“Last year we had 8429 callouts, 2400 were for random acts of pancakes, but they can also ring for walk homes. We’ve got a lot of walk home teams here, we did about 3000 walk homes last year,” said a representative from Red Frogs Australia.