KEY POINTS
- The following apps are officially age-restricted: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Reddit, Threads, Twitch, X (formerly Twitter), Kick, and YouTube.
- Children on temporary visas who are under 16, such as international students, are included in the restriction if they are considered “ordinary residents” of Australia.
- For mother Gie Cleeman, who has a 15-year-old, the ban is a welcome move after one of her daughters suffered online bullying. But her teen argues the new rule feels unfair.
I took the time to explain the potential dangers of social media to my daughter. Children can be so innocent and confident that they know better, but they often don’t realise the risks. I feel that this step will make a positive difference for our family, helping us stay safer and closer.Gie Cleeman, mother
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