Slow TV for kids: Relax and unwind with low-stimulation shows on ABC iview

Looking for screen-time options that won't leave your kids overstimulated? 'Slow TV' shows, with their soothing visuals and ...

Australia's social media ban for kids under 16 goes into effect

Australia's social media ban for children 16 and under officially went into effect at midnight local time on Dec. 10.
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Australia Planning 'World-Leading' Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16: 'Doing Harm to Our Kids'

Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese explained the legislation during a news conference on Thursday, Nov. 7 Brenton Blanchet is an Associate Editor on PEOPLE's TV team. He has been working at ...
The Conversation

‘I don’t even know what the Australian TV shows are’: how streaming has changed kids’ viewing in Australia

Jessica Balanzategui receives funding from the Australian Children's Television Foundation. This broader project is based at Swinburne University of Technology in collaboration with RMIT University.
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What to Know About Australia’s Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16

A 13-year-old boy displays a message on his mobile phone from social media platform Snapchat after his account was locked for age verification in Sydney on December 9, 2025. A 13-year-old boy displays ...
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What to know about Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16

Kids in Australia will no longer be able to have accounts on social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat as Australia’s under-16 social media ban kicks in Wednesday. The new law, which was ...