500,000 teen accounts removed under Australian social media ban
Barnaby Joyce argues Australia's social media ban for under-16s causes 'more harm than good' as Meta confirms removing 500,000 accounts. Read the full debate.
Barnaby Joyce argues Australia's social media ban for under-16s causes 'more harm than good' as Meta confirms removing 500,000 accounts. Read the full debate.
Columnist Andrew Miller issues a stark warning about the unchecked dangers of AI integration. Discover the risks and why we need to act now.
A Perth woman is disgusted after AI tool Grok created fake nude images of her. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemns the incident and Elon Musk's X platform. Read the full story.
One month into Australia's world-first social media age verification law, teens are finding workarounds while some feel cut off. Explore the mixed impact and expert analysis.
A major leadership shakeup hits the Murdoch media empire, with key executives departing amid strategic disputes. Explore the internal crisis and its potential impact.
Two Australian media giants, Southern Cross Media and Seven West Media, have officially merged in a $385 million deal. The combined entity will trade as SXL on the ASX.
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
From viral scandals to global trends, we break down the social media moments that defined 2025 in Australia. Discover what captivated the nation online.
Discover the mandatory licences and premium designations that distinguish a professional, ethical financial advisor in Australia's reformed landscape. Learn how to verify credentials.
Townsville MP Troy Thompson will face no further action after leaking confidential parliamentary documents. The Ethics Committee found no breach, but the incident raises security concerns. Read the full story.
Discover the mandatory and voluntary accreditations that define a competent, ethical financial planner in Australia's reformed landscape. Learn how to verify credentials for your financial security.
In the wake of the Bondi Beach mass shooting, a flood of dangerous misinformation spread online, falsely identifying innocent people and promoting debunked conspiracy theories. Learn the facts.
The ACT City Renewal Authority has invested $35,000 in a social media campaign, paying local influencers to promote Christmas activities in Civic and Braddon to counter low foot traffic.
Experts warn parents to prepare for significant behavioural challenges as children face 'dopamine withdrawal' from social media bans. Learn how to manage the transition effectively.
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.
The viral #AustraliaEffect trend shows foreigners glowing up Down Under. But Aussies and Indigenous voices are adding crucial, often overlooked context to the sunny narrative.
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.
Western Australia's new social media ban in schools has experts warning of increased student isolation during the long summer holidays. Learn about the concerns and the government's stance.
As Australia's social media ban for teens looms, experts warn it severs crucial support networks. Youth Action CEO Lauren Stracey argues for investment in physical youth hubs to combat the loneliness crisis.
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.
Hollywood star Chris Pratt supports Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s, calling it vital to protect children from being mined for attention. He reveals his own 'no-screens' family rule.
With Australia's social media ban for under-16s starting, find unique, mental health-friendly gift alternatives to smartphones this Christmas. Expert advice from Dr Michael Carr-Gregg.
With Australia's social media ban for under-16s starting Dec 10, discover expert-backed gift alternatives that promote mental health, creativity, and real-world skills for young teens this festive season.
Hollywood star Chris Pratt supports Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s, calling it a 'smart move' to protect kids from algorithms mining their attention.
An Adelaide girls' school principal has implemented a social media ban for students, sparking debate on digital wellbeing and parental responsibility. Discover the tips and reasoning behind this decisive move.
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.
A Gold Coast councillor's $24,000 MG hatch win using a corporate credit card has ignited a debate on council expense policies. Discover the fallout and calls for reform.
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.
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.
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.