Australia's under-16 social media ban is being widely bypassed. Should it be tightened, changed or scrapped?

📍 Australia

Australia's under-16 social media ban took effect on 10 December 2025. Reports in June 2026 say many teens still have access, and the government has doubled the maximum penalty for platforms to A$99 million. The eSafety Commissioner is weighing legal action against several platforms.

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🔗IBTimes UK — 'Doing the Bare Minimum': Australia to Fine Social Media Giants Up to A$99m After Under-16 Ban Falls Short (28 Jun 2026)

IBTimes UK — 'Doing the Bare Minimum': Australia to Fine Social Media Giants Up to A$99m After Under-16 Ban Falls Short (28 Jun 2026)Open link ↗

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Anika Wells
Communications Minister, Australian Government
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eSafety Commissioner
Australian online safety regulator

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