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Australia considers tougher enforcement of social media ban for teens

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced legislation to toughen the social media ban for children. This move follows reports that the current restrictions have not made a meaningful difference. The government aims to increase the powers of the eSafety Commissioner to better enforce the laws.

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The Australian government is introducing new legislation to harden enforcement after a study showed widespread non-compliance.

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  1. Australia to Strengthen Enforcement of Under-16 Social Media Ban

    Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced legislation to toughen the social media ban for children. This move follows reports that the current restrictions have not made a meaningful difference. The government aims to increase the powers of the eSafety Commissioner to better enforce the laws.

    What's confirmed:

    • Australia banned social media for adolescents in 2025.
    • Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced legislation to strengthen the social media ban for under-16s.
    • The government plans to strengthen the powers of the eSafety Commissioner.
    • A study indicates four in five Australian children under 16 use social media despite the ban.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The social media ban has made no meaningful difference to teenagers.
    • Eighty per cent of Australian children escape the social media ban.
    confidence 90%