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Will Australia’s social media ban survive a high court challenge from two teenagers? Most likely – here’s why

The under-16s ban is a pragmatic first step in trying to reduce the potential harm on young people of addictive products. It is not undermining the democratic process

The Guardian - AU

'Glorified shed': desperate conditions for migrant mums

A migrant mother who abandoned her baby in a motel is just one example of the dire circumstances experienced by workers filling labour gaps in rural Australia.

AAP

The social media ban is just the start of Australia’s forthcoming restrictions – and teens have legitimate concerns

There has been massive global interest in the new social media legislation introduced in Australia aimed at protecting children from the dangers of doom‑scrolling and mental‑health risks potentially posed by these platforms during their developmental years

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Aussie star James swamped by Japanese snowboard threats

Australia's Scotty James must beat seven Japanese snowboarders to win the halfpipe World Cup in China while Melbourne ski teen Indra Brown has stunned on debut.

AAP

Politicians bank on people not caring about democracy – but research shows we do

Across the world, democracies are grappling with a widening gap between citizens and those who govern. Australia is no exception.

The Conversation

If social media for kids is so bad, should we be allowed to post kids’ photos online?

As Australia’s ban on under-16-year-olds having certain social media accounts kicks in this week, debate on whether it’s a good idea or even legal rages on – both at home and overseas.

The Conversation

Myer hails Black Friday boom as top label nears return

Department store Myer achieved its biggest biggest Black Friday sale performance on record as it prepares to relaunch a fast fashion brand in Australia.

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Harbour Bridge toll decision means red tape for drivers

Drivers have been promised ongoing toll rebates in exchange for the introduction of a two way toll on the Harbour bridge, but there'll be no automatic refunds.

AAP

Geminid meteor shower: where to watch Australia’s biggest shooting star show this weekend

Stargazers will be able to see potentially dozens of meteors an hour, with the peak on Sunday night

The Guardian - AU

Aussie travellers to give up socials crossing US border

Travelling to the United States without a visa will require Australians to give their social media accounts in the latest Trump move on American borders.

AAP

Australian newspapers mock England over Ashes plans: ‘Overprepared to the bitter end’

The headlines come as the touring team were spotted in a a Queensland beach town shortly before the third Ashes Test in Adelaide

The Independent UK

Back again: Wizard of Oz shoots for darts glory

Australia's most famous darts player Simon Whitlock is ready for yet another crack at the world title, a year after many were predicting he was finished.

AAP

Millions of hectares are still being cut down every year. How can we protect global forests?

Ahead of the United Nations climate summit in Belém last month, Brazil’s President Lula da Silva urged world leaders to agree to roadmaps away from fossil fuels and deforestation and pledge the resources to meet these goals.

The Conversation

Dodson says Indigenous deaths in custody ‘a national disgrace’ – as it happened

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Should the US adopt Australia’s social media ban for teens? Experts weigh in

As millions of teens in Australia had their Instagram accounts deactivated, psychotherapists and psychologists in the US say this social media ban is for the better

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The year’s best meteor shower is about to start – here’s how to see it

Where many other meteor showers are often over-hyped, the Geminids are the real deal: far and away the best shower of the year, peaking on December 14–15 in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.

The Conversation

Private hospitals are in trouble. Here’s what this means for public hospitals – and taxpayer dollars

Every other week there seems to be more bad news for private hospitals. The sale of Healthscope, hospital and maternity ward closures, and fights with private health insurers about funding, suggest they are in financial trouble.

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How charitable are Australians? 3 charts show how much we give

For Australia’s charity sector, December is the critical frontline month of the year.

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Tax reform call as data centre boom plugs in investment

A jump in forecast business investment in the midyear budget update will be unveiled by the treasurer, which bodes well for Australia's productivity growth.

The Independent UK

Should the UK follow Australia’s social media ban for under-16s? The public have their say

Australia implemented a world-first social media ban for children younger than 16 on Wednesday (December 10).

The Guardian - UK

Australia’s social media ban: inside the 12 December Guardian Weekly

Will the world follow suit? Plus: Best books of 2025

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Faster coal decline risks catching Australia off-guard

Demand for Australian coal exports might dry up faster than first thought, underscoring the need for rapid action to help mining communities prepare.

TechRadar

Bluesky enforces age checks to comply with Australia's under-16s social media ban – and reverses Mississippi's block

Blusky took a bold decision and decided to follow Australia's under-16s social media ban, despite not being directly required to. The company also reversed restrictions in Mississippi, but still believes that the law is flawed.

AAP

Weeks wait for social media ban data to come online

Australians will have to wait a little longer to learn how effective a contentious social media ban has been for the nation's children.

AAP

Six figures or out: income needed for typical rental

To be able to afford rent for a typical house, Australians need to be earning 51 per cent more than they did before the pandemic.

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