Parliament of Australia

Australia’s Push to Ban Social Media for Under-16s: A Political Promise, Practical Dilemma

The Australian government is taking bold steps to protect children from the potential harms of social media. A new proposal aims to restrict access to platforms like X, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram for those under 16, sparking a heated debate...
Parliament of Australia

Gambling Donations to Australian Political Parties Surge 600% in a Decade Amid Calls for Reform

Political donations from the gambling industry to major Australian parties have skyrocketed by over 600% in the past decade, with new analysis spotlighting a growing financial influence as debate intensifies over a potential ban on gambling advertising. The data, recently...