‘Gaslighting’: Insta changes slammed
Major changes introduced to Instagram in Australia will “gaslight” users, a major digital advocacy group has warned.
Teens
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.
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