Australia’s under-16 social media ban begins | 7NEWS

9 months ago The News Room

Australia’s social media ban for users under 16 takes effect in five days, with Meta already shutting down underage accounts on Facebook, Instagram and Threads. High school students express mixed reactions about the ban, with some relieved about protection from harmful content and bullying, while others worry about losing connections to online communities and hobbies. Students are already exploring workarounds and alternative platforms not covered by the current legislation.

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