‘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”.
Teens
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.
Alarming finding about Aussie teens
Almost one in three Australian teens have considered hurting themselves and girls are twice as likely to self harm compared to boys, a new report has found.
Disastrous impact of NSW friends bubble
For all the good intentions behind the creation of a “friends bubble”, the government overlooked a major social problem for our kids.
KFC store’s act after teen dies with Covid
KFC colleagues of Sydney teen Osama Suduh are fundraising for his family after the teen, who died from meningitis, contracted Covid-19 at work.
Mum’s ‘disgusting’ find under son’s bed
It’s something no parent ever wants to see, with one mother sharing the “disgusting” discovery she made under her teenage son’s bed.
Call for Aussie kids to show us life after lockdown
We know lots of kids have been getting busy with pencils, crayons and textas at home. Now here’s an extra reason to get creative. Enter our competition.
How my teenager taught me to be a better mother
Angela Mollard’s youngest child is turning 18 in a few months and that upcoming milestone made her realise she’s no longer mothering, but smothering her teen.
Teen’s gross 14-month-old lunch goes viral
It was meant to be a sandwich and a piece of fruit, but after a teenager forgot to clear out his lunch box in lockdown, it turned into something “deadly”.
Son injured at Dreamworld reports mum
A mother has faced court accused of stealing a large chunk of her son’s payout from Dreamworld’s infamous Thunder River Rapids ride disaster.
Mother warns of child predator
A teenager suffered a ‘terrifying’ experience when a stranger approached her and her friend, screaming at them to ‘get into the boot’ of his car.
Tough conversations parents need to have
An ugly reality for teenagers growing up in Australia has been revealed. An expert has revealed what we can do as parents to help them.
Teen dead after ‘evil’ catfishing scam
A teen targeted by a catfish who posed as a girl to get intimate pictures before threatening to release them tragically took his own life.
Girl, 7, put on harsh diet by mum
A teen whose mum wrote a viral article about putting her on a diet at the age of seven says still suffers from what she went through.
Why the first kiss never fades
First kisses, fighting bullies and classroom politics: why coming-of-age stories live on and are as relevant to adults as they are to kids.
Mistake that could ruin your teen’s life
An alarming number of Australian teenagers are engaging in a serious criminal act that could quite literally destroy their lives.
Melania’s rare nod to son torn apart online
The former first lady has shared a rare public display of affection for Barron on his birthday — but the message has divided social media.
Minister lashes teens for ‘unacceptable’ act
The Education Minister has blasted teenage boys for sending “d*ck pics” to female classmates, amid police warnings they could be prosecuted.
Kochie: Texting is good for kids
Sunrise host David Koch believes social media and texting are destroying children’s ability to spell are unfounded.
Boy, 13, dies after being hit by bus
A teenage boy has died after being hit by a bus as he crossed the road near his high school at pick-up time.
Fallout after girls told no skimpy outfits
A principal at a Sydney girls’ school told students not to wear “skimpy or revealing” clothes for a reason that’s been labelled “inappropriate and regrettable”.
Dad slammed over insane house rules
A teenage girl has appealed to the internet for help, as she questions her dad’s insane rules about her nudity in their family home.
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