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Australia’s social media ban is now in effect, with children under 16 barred from some of the most popular social media apps in the world. Look back on our live coverage.

The AFL has sent a seven-page memo to clubs, outlining a raft of proposed changes for season 2026, including one as a result of the actions of the Cats star.

Just nine days after the Wests Tigers majority owners punted O’Farrell and three other independent directors, the former NSW premier has been asked to return to the role for what will be his third stint as the leader of the joint venture.

An 18th birthday party has turned into pandemonium after men in balaclavas descended on a family barbecue in Queensland.

Here are some of the best homes on the market right now. From a city mansion to a riverfront house in Perth.

A Melbourne wellness influencer died from severe blood loss after having a free birth at home, a court has been told.

Youth Justice Minister Laura Gerber introduced laws to parliament that could see an ankle monitor applied to any child seeking bail.

A young woman killed in a freak accident while driving to work has been remembered for her caring nature.

A woman who survived a car smashing into a medical centre in Melbourne says she first thought a bomb had detonated.

An urgent court order has banned budget retailer Panda Mart from operating in Victoria after hundreds of illegal items were discovered on the shelves. Assignee

A teenage boy charged over the murder of a 15-year-old at Cobblebank has been refused bail.

Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry requires constant medical supervision weeks after falling off the stage in Bangkok.

The AFLW trade period finished on Wednesday with some premiership-winning stars switching clubs, and a former No.1 pick having to re-enter the draft after her move to the rampant Roos fell through.

Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s came into effect this morning, but young Aussies say it's already failing.

The outgoing Chancellor of the University of NSW says critical thinkers are needed more than ever.

The mental health sector says axing a requirement for people who have experienced mental health challenges to be at the forefront of reform is a betrayal.

These local musicians – some with long-awaited breakthroughs, others with stunning introductions – made us take notice this year. 

One of Australia’s greatest scientists has called the decision to abolish the health promotion agency “a misguided cost-saving measure”.

A young woman claims she was followed and harassed by a man suspected over several similar ordeals targeting women.