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Key points Research has found that an extension to the school-leaving age in South Australia reduced child harm First-time child maltreatment reports dropped by 38 per cent Emergency department visits dropped by 19 per cent, mainly due to fewer injuries Compulsory schooling for 16-year-olds boosts attendance and reduces their risk of maltreatment and need for … Continued
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Finding uncertainty hard to tolerate is linked to poorer mental health among young adults, and a short course addressing this has shown promising results. A single 20 to 30-minute online course can help young adults become more tolerant of uncertainty and less anxious and depressed, a study led by UNSW Sydney psychologists has found. … Continued
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With Australia’s social media ban coming into force this week, a new survey from Monash University has found that almost four out of five Australian adults support the Australian government’s social media ban for children under 16. The survey, funded by the Australian Research Council and conducted by Roy Morgan on behalf of researchers at … Continued
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Friday, 12 December 2025 Updated principles strengthen legal representation for children Lawyers representing children involved in legal proceedings now have updated resources to support them in providing the highest quality of legal representation. President of the Law Society of NSW Jennifer Ball said the 5th Edition of the Representation Principles for Children’s Lawyers, contains valuable … Continued
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Tuesday, 9 December 2025 Commission calls for urgent action to respond to Cleveland Dodd inquest findings WARNING: This statement discusses incidents of self-harm and contains the name of an Aboriginal child who has died. The Australian Human Rights Commission has again called for the immediate closure of Western Australia’s Unit 18 youth detention facility, … Continued
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New research from Monash University raises questions about the effectiveness of current approaches to stopping abuse and discrimination in children’s sport, and highlights how local councils could play a pivotal role in protecting children from harm. The groundbreaking research will be presented at the Sport Management Association of Australia and New Zealand today (Thursday 4 … Continued
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Families looking for fun and meaningful school holiday activities are invited to STEPS Garden Centre in Caloundra, where two hands-on workshops are set to spark creativity and a love for gardening in young minds. The popular Fairy Garden Workshop returns on Wednesday 14 January, inviting children to design their own miniature magical world using plants, … Continued
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Wage Inspectorate Victoria has filed charges in the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria against Nasida Pty Ltd, (trading as South Beach Project), alleging the business contravened the Child Employment Act 2003. It is alleged the Mount Martha based business employed a child under the age of 15 without a licence and contravened laws relating to maximum … Continued
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Key Facts: Australia has one of the world’s highest skin cancer rates, with 2 in 3 Australians likely to develop skin cancer in their lifetime. Skin cancer is largely preventable, with 95% of cases caused by UV exposure, making daily sun protection habits crucial for prevention. Regular sunscreen use in childhood reduces melanoma risk by … Continued
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Key Facts: A White Card is mandatory for anyone working on or accessing construction sites, including casual labourers, apprentices, and delivery drivers White Card courses take about five hours to complete and cover essential safety knowledge, including hazard control, safety laws, PPE usage, and emergency procedures Summer holidays see an increase in young casual workers … Continued
