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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has officially launched Australia’s world-leading social media ban for under-16s, describing it as “one of the biggest social and cultural changes that our nation has faced.” The announcement took place at Kirribilli House, the Prime Minister’s secondary residence…

Australia’s world-first social media ban for children under 16 officially came into force today, triggering sweeping changes across the country’s largest digital platforms and reshaping the online habits of millions of young Australians. The federal government confirmed that Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok,…

Australia’s transition to a predominantly renewable electricity system is expected to cost significantly more than previously forecast, with the Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) new draft Integrated System Plan revealing a revised estimate of $128 billion by 2050. The figure has risen…

The Pentagon has completed its review of the landmark AUKUS defence pact involving Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom, confirming that the trilateral submarine program remains on track despite earlier uncertainty under the Trump administration. Announced on Friday, Pentagon spokesperson…

More than one million Australians will receive higher social security payments from January 1, 2026, as part of the federal government’s latest indexation round, Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek has confirmed. The increases will apply to a wide range of student and…