Teens isolated as Meta disables Messenger for under-16s
Australian teenagers express anger and isolation as Meta disables Messenger for under-16s. Experts warn of serious mental health impacts and digital exclusion.
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Mount Duneed residents plead for Boundary Road safety fix
Mount Duneed residents demand immediate action on Boundary Road's dangerous truck traffic after multiple near-misses. Locals fear for children's safety as heavy vehicles dominate residential streets.
School crossing guard safety complaints surge in Geelong
Geelong's school crossing supervisors filed 62 safety complaints in just 4 months, raising urgent concerns about student and worker protection. Read the investigation findings.
Mystery 'bang' in department office forces staff relocation
A mysterious loud bang in a Canberra government office ceiling forced staff relocations and sparked safety concerns. Internal emails reveal ongoing building issues at the Infrastructure department.
Cairns bus driver attacked at rest stop
A Cairns bus driver was violently assaulted while taking a break, prompting urgent calls for improved safety measures from the transport union.
SA Chief Justice Wins Court Road Safety Fight
After a years-long campaign, South Australia's Chief Justice is seeing success in improving road and pedestrian safety near Adelaide's court houses. Learn about the new safety measures.
Meta blocks Australian teens from social media
Tech giant Meta will begin removing under-16s from Facebook, Instagram and Threads as Australia's world-first age ban takes effect December 10. Download the 7NEWS app for breaking updates.
BlueScope death sparks union safety warning
A 24-year-old contractor was killed at BlueScope's Port Kembla steelworks, sparking union safety warnings and highlighting worker compensation battles in NSW.
Kmart's Chemical Roulette: Toxic Toys Found in Stores
Shocking investigation reveals Kmart selling toys with dangerous chemicals. Australian parents warned about hidden dangers in popular toys. Read before you shop!
Alcohol Safety Campaign After Laos Methanol Deaths
The Albanese Government launches 'Drinking? Drink Mindfully' campaign with families of Melbourne teens who died from methanol poisoning in Laos. Essential reading for Schoolies travellers.
Anti-Abortion Lobbyist Top Meta Spender in Australia
South Australian anti-abortion lobbyist Joanna Howe ranks as Australia's third-largest Meta advertiser while backing Sarah Game's controversial bill that failed in parliament.
Influencer's plea after toddler's pool drowning tragedy
Emilie Kiser marks six months since her son Trigg's drowning with urgent safety advice for parents. Learn about pool fences, supervision, and preventing family tragedies.
Meta faces $112M tax hit in Australian news battle
Albanese government pushes ahead with news media bargaining incentive, forcing tech giants to pay for Australian news content or face significant tax penalties.
Canberrans battle Amazon over wrong VR headset deliveries
Two Canberra residents received cereal and neck pillows instead of expensive Meta Quest 3 VR headsets from Amazon Australia, sparking refund battles with the e-commerce giant.
Energex crews face 300 threats from pets and people
Energex reports nearly 300 attacks on its Queensland workers in the past year, with aggressive pets and people posing major safety risks. Learn how to keep crews safe.
Boy, 8, drowns in display home pool in northern Victoria
An eight-year-old autistic boy drowned in a display home pool in Kialla. His father demands pool covers, while the company insists safety regulations were met. Download the 7NEWS app.
Geelong Nightlife Strip Weekend Road Closures
Little Malop Street in Geelong will close weekends for safety improvements. Local businesses divided over the trial starting February 16. Details here.
Police crackdown on e-scooters after rising deaths
Australian police launch major safety crackdown as e-scooter fatalities surge nationwide. New enforcement measures target dangerous riding behavior.
Wiggles Recall Emma Bow Over Button Battery Risk
The Wiggles recall over 3,100 Emma Bows due to missing button battery warnings. Learn about the dangers and the group's safety pledge. Stay informed.
Worker dies in tragic M1 upgrade accident near Newcastle
A construction worker has died in a horrific workplace accident on the M1 Pacific Motorway upgrade project near Newcastle, sparking WorkSafe investigations and raising safety concerns.
Cruise safety expert reveals how tragic death could be prevented
A leading cruise safety expert breaks down the preventable tragedy that claimed the life of Brisbane grandmother Suzanne Rees, offering crucial safety advice for Australian travellers.
Power Bank Explodes at Melbourne Airport, Passenger Burned
A routine airport wait turned terrifying when a passenger's power bank spontaneously combusted at Melbourne Airport, causing serious burns and forcing mass evacuations. Authorities issue urgent travel warning.
E-Bike Safety Crisis: Australia's Deadly Electric Boom
As e-bike popularity surges across Australia, alarming safety concerns and tragic fatalities spark urgent calls for regulation and rider education. Discover the hidden dangers of lithium-ion batteries and what experts say needs to change.
Lightning strike kills golden retriever puppy in SA
A South Australian family's heartbreaking warning after their golden retriever puppy was killed by lightning during a storm, prompting urgent pet safety advice from veterinarians.
FNQ Child Safety Inquiry Moves to Brisbane
Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.
Airdrill fined $115k over worker's crushing death
A West Australian drilling company has been slapped with a $115,000 penalty for failing to maintain a safe workplace, leading to the tragic death of a worker who was crushed by heavy machinery.
4chan Skirts Australia's Social Media Age Ban: Expert Explains
Australia's new social media age restrictions have a dangerous gaping hole - and 4chan is slipping right through. A leading cyber safety expert explains why this notorious platform remains accessible to under-16s.
Toddler unharmed in Hume Highway crash miracle
A Melbourne family shares their life-saving advice after their toddler walked away unharmed from a terrifying multi-vehicle collision on the Hume Highway, highlighting the critical importance of proper car seat safety.
Coroner demands urgent fix at deadly Geelong crossing
A Victorian coroner has called for immediate safety upgrades at a dangerous Geelong level crossing where truck driver John Stubbs lost his life, highlighting systemic failures in railway infrastructure.
Newcastle Police Launch Road Safety Crackdown
Newcastle police launch intensive road safety blitz targeting speeding and distracted drivers in high-risk pedestrian zones across the city.
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