Australian teenagers under 16 are increasingly using social media apps like Instagram and TikTok, despite the world's first ban, as shown on Wednesday...

The families of Australian teenagers Bianca Jones and Holly Morton-Bowles, who died from methanol poisoning in Laos, are devastated by what they call 'unacceptable' charges, with the Australian government also expressing frustration.

A report highlights the growing problem of teenage gambling in Australia, with one individual, Dylan, losing $900,000 since starting at age 15. Experts and young people are raising alarms about the issue, as nearly 34% of Australian teenagers gamble.

Two teenagers in New South Wales, Australia, have been charged with allegedly possessing violent extremist material, including a ballistic-style vest, notebooks, and literature containing extremist references, following police searches.

New data indicates a rapid resurgence in TikTok usage among Australian teenagers after the country implemented and subsequently lifted the world's first legislative ban on the app for minors.

More than eight out of ten Australian teenagers are reportedly still using social media, despite the country implementing what was described as the world's strictest ban on such platforms last year.

Research indicates that over 80% of Australian teenagers continue to use social media platforms three months after a historic ban for those under 16 came into effect, due to tech companies failing to implement effective age verification.

A new study reveals that 85% of Australian teenagers continue to use social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, despite a ban. This indicates widespread non-compliance with the restrictions.

New research indicates that Australian teenagers affected by social media bans are consequently accessing and consuming less news content.

Despite a landmark ban, the majority of Australian teenagers are reportedly still active on social media platforms, prompting leading social media firms to advise caution regarding the initial evidence.

A recent study by Australia's internet regulator confirms that a majority of teenagers continue to use social media platforms despite age restrictions for users under 16, highlighting the ineffectiveness of the ban.

Concerns are rising that the owner of a distillery linked to the deaths of Australian backpackers Bianca Jones and Holly Morton-Bowles, along with four other travelers, could serve as little as three months in jail. A Laos court has confirmed fears of light charges in the case.

Despite Australia's December ban on children accessing social media, young people have reportedly found numerous methods to bypass the restrictions.

Despite an under-16s ban, two-thirds of Australian teenagers continue to use social media platforms, with most finding it easy to circumvent the restrictions.

A new report indicates that more than 20% of Australian teenagers continue to use social media platforms, despite a ban being in place.