Four words drove 14yo girl to take own life
The distraught father of a girl who took her own life after being bashed at school said her death came after a taunting text message.
Teens
Alleged teen rapist could be tried as adult
A 17-year-old boy charged over an alleged city gang rape has heard he might be tried as an adult, alongside his alleged co-offenders.
State spending least on students revealed
Students in one state have the least spent on their education by their government compared to their interstate counterparts, according to a new report.
Alleged viral Macca’s spitter’s new look
A video of her alleged assault in a city McDonald’s restaurant went viral. Now Mia Miller has debuted a new look in court.
‘I’m 21 and my daughter’s 15’
A 21-year-old has revealed she is terrified none of the teachers of her 15-year-old “child” take her seriously.
Four words yelled during wild mum brawl
A group of mothers and their teenage sons have been caught on camera in a vicious fight in the middle of a busy shopping centre.
Horror lockdown impact on students
A startling number of schoolchildren are refusing to return to the classroom, having endured as many as six lockdowns across two years.
Teenager abducted while walking home
A teenager was allegedly abducted while walking home after spending time with friends, according to police.
Teenage boy in court on terror charges
A teenage boy facing terrorism-related charges had allegedly planned to kill at least 25 people.
Major change to Aussies’ Instagram
Users of a popular social media app have logged on to find a major change that will help them to set boundaries with friends.
Girl, 12, ‘dies after sick TikTok challenge’
A 12-year-old girl has died after allegedly taking part in a sick ”choking challenge” or “pass-out challenge” on TikTok on January 13.
70yo in hospital after sex crimes arrest
An elderly man has been taken to hospital after suffering a medical episode following his arrest for alleged historical sex crimes.
Search continues for 20yo missing in surf
The desperate search for a 20-year-old has continued into its second day after he was last seen in hazardous surf of a popular beach.
Teen hospitalised after falling from car
A teenager is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after falling from the back of a moving car.
Brutal rejection for 13k HSC students
Thousands of school leavers were left devastated after an error crushed their dreams of getting into university.
Wild reason school expelled 3, suspended 16
Three Catholic school students have been expelled and 18 suspended after students were allegedly held down and whipped while classmates cheered.
Shoe recall after ‘serious’ health risk
A warning has been issued by Australia’s consumer watchdog over a range of Under Armour sneakers that are a ‘serious’ health risk.
Moment ‘Schoolie arrested with knife’
A 13-year-old boy is among a group arrested over the Schoolies celebration period in Queensland.
Girl’s ‘sudden unexplained’ death aged 13
The family of Charlotte Ivy Studham will remember her as a girl who “touched everyone she met with her huge grin”.
J-Lo details co-parenting with Jennifer Garner
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have five children – including four teenagers – in their care from previous marriages with Marc Anthony and Jennifer Garner.
‘Going to war’: Mum slams ‘horrible process’
Family members and support people of Australia’s most vulnerable citizens have slammed a service as “neglective and abusive”.
Vaping ‘endemic’ at schools as 13yo seeks help
Children as young as 13 are asking for help as they struggle with vaping addiction, with the situation being described as a “slow-motion train wreck”.
Urgent recall for ‘deadly’ Halloween costume
Families are being warned to return popular children’s Halloween items after it was found there is a “potentially deadly defect” which could cause internal burns.
Sydney teen reveals secret addiction
A Sydney teen has opened up about a dangerous addiction that began at just 14 years old and often led to her passing out or shaking at the breakfast table.
‘Don’t use them’: Warning to P-plate drivers
Caution has been issued to learners and provisional drivers about a little-known impact plates can have on their cars.
Teacher’s jaw broken in muck up day stunt
A teacher was hospitalised with serious head injuries during muck-up day celebrations at a prestigious Melbourne private school.
Sad notes from kids of phone-crazy parents
Parents who can’t get off their phones are causing deep emotional scars within their children, a trauma counsellor has revealed.
New trend threatening to destroy Year 12
As students begin their HSC exams today, a new trend means tens of thousands of teenagers are feeling relatively stress-free about their marks.
‘It’s wrong’: Klum’s daughter shoot slammed
Supermodel Heidi Klum is facing backlash for her suggestive lingerie photo-shoot with 18-year-old daughter Leni.
Can you pass this tricky Year 12 exam?
HSC exams for about 70,000 NSW students kick off on Wednesday. Try these previous questions to see how you would perform.
Heartwarming twist for homeless boy
A mum‘s desperate act to save her homeless son has had a positive outcome after a stranger’s kindness
‘Good luck’: Aussie mum’s dating rules
An Australian mum has revealed the rules and requirements she has set for her daughter’s partners, with one controversial topic dividing people online.
‘Deeply saddening’: 100 Australian kids die
One hundred vulnerable kids and teens on child protection services’ radar have died within two years in one state.
Carrie’s surprising revelation about son
During a discussion about kids and technology, The Project host Carrie Bickmore has revealed that she refused to cave in to pressure.
Woman, 25, mocked for having teenage son
A 25-year-old woman has revealed how much she loves being a young mum to her 14-year-old “bonus” son, despite getting trolled online.
Crackdown in Australia‘s ’nang capital’
One state has announced it will be pulling out the stops to stop young people from accessing a “poison” that’s rotting their brains.
‘Fearless’ Buxton crash victim farewelled
Friends and family of Buxton crash victim Gabriella “Gabby” McLennan have remembered her as a ‘fearless’ and much-loved young woman.
Students offer girls cash to make porn
Girls as young as 10 are being subjected to daily sexual harassment in schools, with one group reportedly offered cash to make porn films.
‘Your mum’: Wild teen confronts journalists
A teen has targeted reporters’ families in a fiery exchange after he was charged with allegedly robbing a store with a machete.
Ex-underworld figure reveals soft side
A well-known “colourful businessman” has started up a new venture in support of his grandson.
Why firefighters ‘didn’t try to save child’
ACT fire fighters are in the spotlight as an investigation is underway following allegations Covid-19 fears prevented them entering a house where a child needed assistance.
Family scam robbing victims of millions
Over 1000 Aussies have fallen prey to “family impersonation” scams this year, with some people handing over eye-watering amounts of money.
Driving law overhaul after teen’s death
The family of Sophia Naismith who was killed in a horror crash have welcomed new reforms following “devastating” court decision.
Girl’s harrowing encounter with man on bus
A mother has revealed the disturbing details of an alleged stalker who followed her 15-year-old daughter off a bus.
‘Alarming’ trend from Australia’s suburbs
More and more Australian kids are falling prey to violent, far-right extremist views, with a “disturbing” trend emerging.
Job where teenagers are earning big
A major employer is searching for bright youngsters looking to develop their early career skills, with no university degree required.
Mum makes 18yo sign lease to live at home
A woman in the US has come under fire for making her 18-year-old daughter sign a lease in order to live at home, as well as pay $146 a month in rent.
Terrifying new crime targeting young boys
An urgent warning has gone out to families after a rise in a sickening crime targeting young Australian boys.
‘Gaslighting’: Insta changes slammed
Major changes introduced to Instagram in Australia will “gaslight” users, a major digital advocacy group has warned.
Elite Aussie school to offer all-online classes
A new program from one of Australia’s most elite colleges will allow students to complete all of high school online.
Staggering cost of school trip to CBD
The hefty price a popular state high school is charging for an upcoming excursion has shocked parents.
Chant’s warning as deadly ‘flurona’ spreads
Health authorities have warned parents to protect their children against the dangerous dual infection “flurona” by doing one key thing.
‘Kiss each other’: TikTok’s seedy underbelly
A recent investigation has revealed the dark side to social media’s rawest platform, with teenage girls the most vulnerable.
Teenager in coma after Easter tragedy
A 13-year-old boy is in a coma fighting for his life after he was hit by a car while riding his bike on Good Friday.
Deadly disease Aussies can’t escape
A new study has found that deaths from this disease are set to skyrocket over the next few decades, with Australians most at risk.
Australia savaged over human rights issues
Australia has been called out internationally over a year’s worth of broken promises in a fresh Amnesty report released on Tuesday.
Horror aftermath after six teens die in crash
A car with six teenagers went through a stop sign before being hit by a semi-trailer, killing all six of them. A photo shows the shocking aftermath.
‘I let my 6yo stay up until 1am’
A sleep psychologist has weighed in on how much kids actually require after parents debate about their children’s bedtimes.
Heartbreaking story of flood-hit family
A heartbroken single mum and her 14-year-old son have been forced to fend for themselves after the devastating Queensland floods.
Teen sues Woolies for $250k
A teenager is suing Big W after he suffered a gruesome injury while in a Queensland store on Boxing Day in 2019.
Mum’s heartbreak after 12yo dies by suicide
A mother has shared a heartbreaking Instagram post saying her “heart is shattered” after her 12-year-old took his life because of bullying.
I have a favourite child, am I a bad mother?’
A woman says she loves both her teenage daughters equally, but she prefers one’s company over the other. Does that make her a bad mother?
‘No clue’: Question parents can’t answer
A Sydney parent has pinpointed the one question that many parents are facing and they have no clue where to begin.
School bans kids from going to toilet
A Northern Ireland school has banned children from going to the toilet during lessons after students did not adhere to COVID-19 rules.
‘Vax dates’: Young urged to get jab in secret
A Victorian youth body has released a TikTok video encouraging teens to go on “vax dates” to get the Covid-19 jab without their parents’ permission.
Mum blasts school for shapewear suggestion
A high school’s misguided attempt to promote body image by supplying teenage girls with shapewear has been blasted on social media.
‘My girl died after replying to vile text’
A mother has revealed the vile final text her 14-year-old daughter received before she killed herself.
Mum flames son over X-rated find
The 20-year-old’s mum claims she made the embarrassing find while “looking for a sheet,” but she made no attempt to keep her discoveries private.
Photos reveal terrifying phone issue
It’s an easy thing to do, but charging your phone and iPad on your bed is dangerous, as these disturbing photos show.
Christian schools’ warning to gay staff
Christian education groups say religious schools could discipline or even fire a teacher who becomes divorced or comes out as gay.
Sickening reason child abuse on rise
The consumption of sickening online child exploitation material has skyrocketed in Australia during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Workplace’s list of rules sparks fury
A New Zealand dad has revealed the “ridiculous” letter his daughter received on her first day of work.
Elite school step closer to co-ed classes
One of Sydney’s most elite and expensive private schools is on the cusp of a huge change, encouraged by a prominent billionaire.
PM‘s big promise to gay kids
Scott Morrison has made a promise to gay students and teachers who fear the unintended consequences of controversial new laws.
Bubble O’ Bill’s unexpected venture
An unexpected collaboration between two iconic brands will have Aussies wearing Bubble O’ Bill and Paddle Pop.
25yo shamed over 14yo ‘bonus’ son
The UK woman has shared on TikTok how much she loves being a young mum – only to face a surprising backlash.
Children planning ‘catastrophic’ terror attacks
Children as young as 13 have been caught plotting horrific attacks on Australian soil over the internet.
Easy way kids are getting booze
The days of fake IDs and begging others to go into bottle shops are gone. Now Aussie teenagers have found a much easier way to buy alcohol.
Mum’s present for 15yo son slammed
A stepmum has copped backlash online after she shared a photo of the $30 gift card she purchased for her teenage stepson’s birthday.
Mormon sex act that’s gone viral
A new viral video reveals what Mormon teens are doing to get around the ‘no sex’ rule with its hashtag clocking some 25.5 million tags.
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