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Early warnings not heeded in deadly triple-zero outage

Early warnings not heeded in deadly triple-zero outage

A host of mistakes were made during an Optus triple-zero outage linked to two deaths, including a failure to escalate initial concerns up the chain.

France flags laws to ban social media for children

France flags laws to ban social media for children

France flags laws to ban social media for children

France flags laws to ban social media for children

French President Emmanuel Macron has flagged an Australian-style law banning social media for children under 16.

'Are we next?': world reacts to Aussie social media ban

'Are we next?': world reacts to Aussie social media ban

'Are we next?': world reacts to Aussie social media ban

'Are we next?': world reacts to Aussie social media ban

Australia's social media ban for children under 16 is leading news bulletins around the world, as other nations consider implementing their own restrictions.

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'Obscene' rates of Indigenous child removals persist

'Obscene' rates of Indigenous child removals persist

Indigenous children continue to be removed from family at 'obscene' rates, as advocates urge an overhaul of how child protection is approached.

Christmas desperation for families facing cost struggle

Christmas desperation for families facing cost struggle

Half of all Australians are concerned about affording Christmas as housing constraints and rising costs push millions to reach out to charities for help.

Swastika sword seized as men charged over Nazi symbols

Swastika sword seized as men charged over Nazi symbols

Three men will face court charged with the public display of Nazi symbols and possessing extremist material after a federal police investigation.

Positive male roles highlighted in push to end violence

Positive male roles highlighted in push to end violence

Men have important and influential roles in promoting healthy attitudes towards women to help prevent violence against them, AFL captains and male leaders say.

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Court challenge delay clears path for social media ban

Court challenge delay clears path for social media ban

Court challenge delay clears path for social media ban

Court challenge delay clears path for social media ban

Australia's social media age restrictions will kick in as planned, with a High Court challenge to the ban pushed into the new year.

Fresh attempt to grow state's organ donor registrations

Fresh attempt to grow state's organ donor registrations

Fresh attempt to grow state's organ donor registrations

Fresh attempt to grow state's organ donor registrations

Immediate action to expand donor registrations will see people asked about organ donation when they obtain or renew their driver’s licence.

YouTube 'outright weird' for saying platform isn't safe

YouTube 'outright weird' for saying platform isn't safe

YouTube 'outright weird' for saying platform isn't safe

YouTube 'outright weird' for saying platform isn't safe

YouTube needs to fix its safety after the tech giant criticised Australia's world-leading laws protecting kids, the communications minister says.

Watching violent porn linked to sexual violence

Watching violent porn linked to sexual violence

Watching violent porn linked to sexual violence

Watching violent porn linked to sexual violence

Men who watch violent pornography are twice as likely to engage in sexual violence, according to a study on the impact of the proliferation of porn.

Ready or not, social media ban demands a family plan

Ready or not, social media ban demands a family plan

Ready or not, social media ban demands a family plan

Ready or not, social media ban demands a family plan

Australia's world-first social media ban for children under 16 is imminent but the details of its rollout and enforcement remain fuzzy.

More care for utes than health: rural men's harsh truth

More care for utes than health: rural men's harsh truth

More care for utes than health: rural men's harsh truth

More care for utes than health: rural men's harsh truth

Long distances are not the only thing stopping young rural men seeing their doctor, with social stigma and loneliness also hindering care.

Racial profiling fears over warrantless search powers

Racial profiling fears over warrantless search powers

Racial profiling fears over warrantless search powers

Racial profiling fears over warrantless search powers

Expanded powers allowing officers to conduct warrantless searches have been panned by human rights and legal groups but police say people have nothing to fear.

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Funding boost as demand for major DV helpline soars

A free domestic violence hotline that's seen a dramatic spike in calls is getting a significant funding boost to ensure people get the help they need.

Indigenous, African men endure rampant police profiling

First Nations people are 15 times more likely to be stopped and searched by police, according to a report highlighting racial profiling.

Transport women suffer indignities over personal care

Female transport workers are facing health problems due to lack of safe toilets, with majority of the female workforce affected, according to a new report.

'Not there yet': dad's tears since methanol tragedy

The father of Bianca Jones, who died by methanol poisoning alongside Holly Morton-Bowles, says he still can't think about his beloved daughter without crying.

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'It is home': coal closures not the end of rural towns

The closure of mines marks the end of an era for some rural towns, but one coal community wants to show the nation how it can thrive in the energy transition.

Roblox reforms over 'playground for pedophiles' concern

Australian authorities demanded changes from a major US gaming platform over concerns it was being used to groom and exploit children.

Latest gender equality evidence given a new dimension

A free resource will collate the latest research on gender equality and translate it into practical actions for businesses, governments, teachers and leaders.

Cancer survival gap widens for disadvantaged patients

Despite medical improvements, Australians in disadvantaged areas are dying at higher rates than their privileged counterparts compared to four decades ago.

Labor heavyweight Graham Richardson dies aged 76

Former Labor senator, powerbroker and media commentator Graham Richardson has died after weeks of battling influenza and pneumonia, his family has confirmed.

Relief as victims of anti-gay laws are compensated

Equality advocates are rejoicing after nation-leading laws allowing men convicted of homosexuality under former laws passed a state parliament.

Tough-guy persona linked to teenage downward spiral

Links have been found between tough-guy masculine tropes adhered to by teenage boys and fighting, sexual harassment and using drugs and alcohol.

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