ACT abandons flawed consent law data claims
The ACT government has retracted claims that affirmative consent laws boosted sexual offence reports after a data bungle. Read the full story on the corrected review and its findings.
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Experts Back Law Change for Child Car Seat Age
Australian road safety experts are calling for new laws to keep children in the back seat until age 13. Learn about the evidence and the push for change.
Australia's Landmark Social Media Ban for Children
Australia is set to ban social media for children under 14. This bold move challenges tech giants and aims to protect young minds. Discover the details and implications.
WA Dental Clinics Operate Without Sedation Licences
Exclusive: Scores of WA dentists perform complex surgeries under deep sedation in unlicensed clinics, sparking a government safety review. Discover the risks and the push for new regulations.
Repeat driver's sentence overturned in Townsville court
A Townsville man's sentence for a 10th unlicensed driving offence has been overturned on appeal. Read the full details of the court's decision and the new penalties imposed.
Charity Law Chaos: Australia's Not-for-Profit Regulatory Mess
Australia's 600,000 community groups face a nightmare of overlapping state and federal regulations. Denis Moriarty argues the system is broken and needs a reboot. Read why.
Liberals' Industrial Relations Strategy: A Risky Fight?
The Coalition faces a strategic dilemma on industrial relations reform. Can they challenge Labor's agenda without alienating voters? Analysis of the political tightrope.
Australian teens launch High Court challenge to social media ban
Two 15-year-olds are fighting Australia's upcoming social media ban in the High Court. Content-creating families argue the law threatens income and education. Read their story.
Police Commissioner Calls for E-Rideable Registration
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch advocates for compulsory registration of e-scooters and e-bikes to enhance safety and accountability. Learn about the proposed crackdown on reckless riders.
Vet Chris Brown reveals true method for calculating dog age
Australian vet Dr Chris Brown has debunked the common 'seven-year' rule for dogs, sharing a more accurate ageing guide. Discover the real calculation and other pet care myths busted.
Victoria passes adult sentencing laws for violent youth
Victorian teens aged 14+ now face adult courts and life sentences for serious violent crimes under new 'Adult Time' laws. Premier Allan says jail is more likely.
Social media ban for kids declared landmark child protection
A leading expert hails Australia's proposed social media ban for under-16s as the most significant child safety measure ever. Discover the details and what it means for families.
Spotify's 2025 Wrapped 'Listening Age' Sparks Fury
Spotify's 2025 Wrapped campaign has infuriated users with its bizarre 'Your Listening Age' feature. Discover how the algorithm calculated ages and why it's causing such an uproar.
2.1M Australians to quit social media over age verification
A new Australian study reveals millions plan to leave social media rather than verify their age ahead of a major digital policy shift. Discover the impact on Gen Z, business, and privacy.
Historic IVF Law Reforms Passed in Western Australia
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark IVF legislation, expanding access to single women and LGBTQ+ couples. The reforms modernise fertility laws for WA families.
QLD warns new federal gas laws threaten $1 trillion in projects
Queensland's Premier and Resources Minister warn new federal environmental laws will sacrifice the state's crucial gas projects and cost thousands of jobs. Read the full story.
WA Inquiry Calls for E-Bike, E-Scooter Registration
A WA parliamentary inquiry into e-bike and e-scooter safety has recommended compulsory registration, lower speed limits, and tougher penalties following rider deaths. Read the key findings.
Government's FOI crackdown set for humiliating Senate defeat
The Albanese government's controversial freedom of information reforms are headed for a Senate defeat after the Coalition and Greens joined forces to oppose the bill. Read why critics call it a 'secrecy bill'.
ACT bans community appeals against public housing projects
The ACT government has passed laws banning community appeals against public and community housing to accelerate construction. The four-year ban aims to deliver homes faster for vulnerable Canberrans.
Teens say they'll bypass Australia's social media ban
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.
WA Surrogacy Laws Pass Upper House in Historic Vote
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark surrogacy reforms, removing medical infertility requirements and opening access to single men and same-sex couples. The long-awaited bill now heads to the Legislative Assembly.
Rapist caused years of pain for minutes of pleasure: prosecutor
A Canberra man's repeated rape of a customer in an arts store caused her 'years of pain' for his fleeting pleasure, a court heard. The ACT Supreme Court will sentence him next week.
YouTube to block under-16s ahead of Australian social media ban
YouTube will restrict users under 16 in Australia from next week, ahead of the federal government's proposed social media age verification laws. Find out what this means for parents and teens.
Accused Geelong drug trafficker denied bail in court
Mycal John Reiss, accused of trafficking commercial quantities of drugs in Geelong, has been refused bail. The court heard details of the alleged operation. Read the latest.
SA Govt to Fight Teens in High Court Over Social Media Ban
Premier Peter Malinauskas backs a High Court battle against two 15-year-olds challenging SA's incoming social media age limit. The state will intervene to defend its controversial policy.
Aussie kids' top career dream: social media influencer
New research reveals content creator is the number one career aspiration for Australian children aged 8-12, presenting fresh challenges for parents ahead of next week's social media age ban. Discover the impacts and expert advice.
NSW e-bike warning: fines, new 250w power limit
Parents buying e-bikes for Christmas are warned to check legality to avoid $818 fines. NSW power limits will drop to 250w soon. Police highlight dangers of modifications.
Brisbane plant thieves targeted in late-night raids
Fed-up Brisbane residents are using social media to identify plant thieves caught on CCTV stealing trees and shrubs in Fortitude Valley. Authorities warn offenders face hefty fines.
Teens abandon major apps before social media age ban
Australian teenagers are shifting to lesser-known apps as the nation's strict social media age ban for under-16s looms. Experts warn of scam risks and potential backlash.
Cairns tobacco shops raided under new laws
Queensland police have raided and shut down multiple illicit tobacco shops in Cairns using tough new state laws. Discover the impact on organised crime.
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