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Australia might be trying to keep teenagers safe by banning social media, but here’s the twist no one can ignore: the same apps being blocked are the places where many young people learn, create, and even build their future careers. So while the law hopes to protect them, it might also be shutting the door on real opportunities they won’t get back until they’re “old enough.” And by then, the rest of the world will already be ahead.

The growing influence of social media over children and teenagers has been a big concern for parents. The Australian government took a bold step in late 2024, passing a bill in Parliament that would prevent children under 16 from accessing social media platforms. Popular platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, Snapchat, and YouTube would be restricted from December 2025.