Record number of Aussie kids doing this
A major trend of the pandemic era and the cost of boarding schools has pushed these Australian numbers into record territory.
Teens
Warning over teen social media link
Fresh research revealed in parliament suggests a link between time spent on social media use and mental health in Aussie teens.
Major update will change Instagram forever
One of the world’s biggest social media platforms has announced a shock change that will impact the experience of millions of users.
Aussies point finger at ‘harmful’ TikTok
No country in the world has successfully mandated age restrictions for social media, but a new survey shows Australians still want the age limit raised.
Disgusting secret behind this Zoom call
Pedophiles are finding sick new ways to share their disgusting content online, and it’s something every Aussie parent needs to know about.
Horrors that keep top cop up at night
A top cop has given an unprecedented insight into the horrific crimes they uncover against our children, and it’s something every parent needs to read.
Vile predator trapped by ‘13-year-old girl’
An elite squad of monster-hunters scours the internet in search of “the absolute worst of humanity”, here is just some of the horrific things they uncover.
Aussie teacher charged with abusing student
A female teacher has been granted bail after she was charged with sexually abusing a teenage student.
Survivor: Abuse ‘stole my potential’
Alleged survivors of historical child sexual abuse say their potential was stolen as one state battles more than 800 cases of abuse.
Kids as young as 6 vaping at school
Children as young as six have been suspended or expelled from school over a concerning habit, new data reveals.
Massive threat issued to tech giants
The eSafety Commissioner has officially put the tech giants on notice: Do more to protect Aussie kids or cop massive fines.
Urgent warning as deadly new drug strikes
A new drug 10 times more powerful than the ultra-deadly fentanyl has been discovered on the streets of a major city and already overdoses are hitting hospitals.
‘No, Alexa!’: Mum stops AI at vital moment
Home assistants and chatbots powered by AI are going rogue, with chilling examples emerging.
‘No safe age’: Dolly’s charity call on tech
A tough 16-and-over social media limit could give parents a false sense of security against predators and damaging, exploitative content, a key teen charity says.
Scary truth no parent wants to hear
An Australian mother’s impassioned speech has highlighted the frightening danger of something your teens do every day.
State going ahead with bold new pill trial
A state premier has just announced a bold new trial she says will save young people’s lives at festivals and concerts, while insisting the policy doesn’t legalise drugs.
Fresh warning over ‘politicised’ schools
A leading legal expert has warned that lowering the voting age to 16 could “politicise” schools and divide students and teachers.
Radio star reveals secret health battle
2GB radio star Chris O’Keefe has revealed his own personal health battle with a debilitating disease that affects 10,000 Aussie kids.
Horror Nazi note left in Jewish student’s bag
The complexity of the anti-Semitic prejudice hitting Australian Jews has been laid bare in one shocking story.
‘Fighting to protect kids’: New update in US social media bans
New York is following in the footsteps of other US states in taking action against social media giants to protect children.
Urgent search after teens vanish
An urgent search is underway for two teenage girls who vanished from a regional home.
The priciest state for learner drivers
The most expensive state in Australia for driving lessons has been revealed, and it’s an eye-watering amount.
Question all parents should know answer to
Parents are being urged to learn the answer to a powerful six-word question as part of a brand new campaign.
Court twist after schoolgirl brutally bashed
A brutal bashing at school went viral on social media, with charges laid. But now there’s been a big twist after a judge’s decision. WARNING: Distressing
Ban all social media for kids, US lawmakers urge Australia
Key figures behind new social media bans in the US have urged the Australian government to go even further than America has to protect children.
‘His TikToks showed him how to end his life’
The heartbroken parents of Dexton Obray have revealed how social media was serving self-harm content to their son, and why they are fighting for stronger laws to protect children.
Tragic way these 10 young Aussies are linked
These are just some of the faces of young Australians whose lives ended because of social media, which in some way contributed to their deaths.
New push to save kids from toxic social media
Australian children are facing an unprecedented health crisis. Now, experts and parents are calling for change. Sign our petition.
Dirty tricks used to trap Aussie teens
As parents of lost teens like Jessica Cleland call for change, social media’s “like” button is being blamed for mental health disorders — and there is an even darker side preying on our kids.
‘Pulling knives on parents’: Kids’ addiction out of control
Some Aussie teens are so addicted to social media and gaming they are pulling knives on their parents, while others are throwing screaming matches. Sign our petition to change the law.
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