DPS Secretary vows overhaul of troubled agency
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
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Perth families in meltdown ahead of social media ban
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.
New data reveals Hunter's escalating homelessness crisis
New government data shows specialist homelessness services in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are supporting almost nine people daily. Advocates warn the system is at breaking point.
WA Teens React to Proposed Social Media Ban
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.
Chris Pratt Endorses Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens
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.
Anxiety Aunt: Why I've Lost the Urge to Socialise
A reader in their early 50s asks Anxiety Aunt why they no longer feel like socialising. Get expert advice on social fatigue, burnout, and finding contentment at your own pace.
Chris Pratt endorses Australia's teen social media ban
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.
Adelaide Girls' School Principal Enforces Social Media Ban
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.
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.
Govt urged to commit to Broadmeadow social housing
Community groups demand NSW government honour its 30% social housing pledge for Broadmeadow redevelopment, as locals share stories of homelessness and hardship.
1M+ Australians to receive Centrelink payment increase
More than a million Australians on Youth Allowance, Austudy, and Carer Allowance will see their fortnightly payments rise from 1 January 2026. Find out how much you'll get.
Family plans to defy Australia's social media ban
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.
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.
Australia's social media ban for kids 'world's biggest'
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.
Social media ban likened to endless game of whack-a-mole
The federal government's move to ban social platforms like X over harmful content sparks debate. Experts warn it's a complex, ongoing battle with no easy fix. Read the full analysis.
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.
Newcastle charity celebrates 30 years breaking down barriers
Newcastle-born charity Life Without Barriers celebrates three decades of supporting people with disability, mental health needs, and families across Australia. Discover their inspiring journey.
Social media ban for kids: Parents' role crucial
As Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s takes effect, Communications Minister Anika Wells says the real challenge is parents confronting their own screen addiction to lead by example.
Social media ban may not stop kids accessing platforms
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.
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.
Cost of living kills Aussie pub round tradition
New research reveals the cost-of-living crunch is forcing Australians to abandon the tradition of shouting rounds at the pub, with a surprising gender divide emerging. Discover the data and tips to navigate social spending.
Minister defends $120k New York trip post-Optus outage
Communications Minister Anika Wells defends her $120,000 New York trip to promote Australia's under-16s social media ban, delayed due to the Optus triple-zero failure. Full cost breakdown revealed.
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.
NSW housing commitment ignored in Hunter's Broadmeadow plan
Hunter community demands NSW government apply its 30% social housing pledge to Broadmeadow Precinct, as families remain separated due to the crisis. Join the call for action.
Social media ban for under-16s starts December 10
Young Australians have days to save their data before the social media ban. Learn how to export posts and preserve online communities before accounts are deactivated.
Serendipity Support Services: Empowering Illawarra Disability Community
Illawarra's Serendipity Support Services marks International Day of People with Disability, offering participant-centred care, SIL homes, and community programs. Discover their family-run approach.
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.
Social media ban for teens may backfire, experts warn
As Australia's social media ban for under-16s looms, critics argue it could isolate vulnerable youth and push them to darker corners of the internet. Read the full debate.
PM defends Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s will curb bullying and save lives. He calls on parents and schools to support the law as global interest grows.
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.
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