Social media age ban fails to stop Australian teens
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s has had minimal impact, with a cyber expert revealing most teens are still accessing platforms. Discover why the crackdown isn't working.
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s has had minimal impact, with a cyber expert revealing most teens are still accessing platforms. Discover why the crackdown isn't working.
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Queanbeyan trainer Paul Facoory weighs up a home track run or a TAB Highway at Randwick for his mare Party It Down, who has shown strong form. Get the full preview and stable insights here.
Queanbeyan trainer Paul Facoory weighs up a home track run or a TAB Highway at Randwick for his mare Party It Down. Get the full preview and expert analysis for Thursday's Queanbeyan races.
Perth families scramble as WA's social media ban for under-16s starts Monday. Parents express confusion and anger over the sudden enforcement. Read more about the impact.
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West Australian teenagers share their candid thoughts on the state's looming social media ban for under-16s. Discover the debate on safety, connection, and enforcement.
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A NSW family vlogging channel says they will try to circumvent the new social media ban for under-16s, arguing their children's online presence is positive and profitable. The ban starts December 10.
Leading expert Jonathan Haidt declares Australia's under-16 social media ban the most significant child-protection measure ever, as tech giants prepare to 'play dirty' to undermine it. The world watches.
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A proposed social media ban for under-16s faces a major loophole, as experts warn kids will find ways around it using VPNs and fake details. Learn the details and what it means for Australian families.
Australian high school students reveal they will find ways around the new social media ban for under-16s, with some predicting parental help. The restrictions on platforms like Instagram and TikTok start December 10.