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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 · Dec 11, 2025

'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 · Dec 11, 2025

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

The Conversation · Dec 11, 2025

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 · Dec 10, 2025

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 · Dec 10, 2025

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 · Dec 10, 2025

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 · Dec 10, 2025

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 · Dec 10, 2025

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 · Dec 10, 2025

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

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The Guardian - AU · Dec 10, 2025