A world-first law is about to change how Aussie kids use social media — forever.
From December 10, children 16 and under will be banned from holding social accounts. But what does that really mean for families?

In this special extended episode, Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Julie Inman Grant, Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, about the new age-limit legislation — who it covers, how it will work, what fines apply, and what parents must do now to prepare.

This is the definitive guide for every parent trying to navigate the online world — with calm, clarity, and confidence.

KEY POINTS
What the new under-16 social media ban actually includes (and who’s exempt)
How eSafety will enforce compliance — and why parents won’t be penalised
The five-step “layered safety” approach every platform must follow
What’s being done to restrict online porn and explicit content
The truth about “nudifying” apps and how schools can respond
Simple ways to help your child transition off social media safely

QUOTE OF THE EPISODE

“Parents shouldn’t have to fight billion-dollar companies to keep their kids safe online — the responsibility belongs with the platforms.” — Julie Inman Grant

RESOURCES MENTIONED
eSafety Commissioner resources & webinars
Deep-fake & image-based-abuse school toolkit
Beyond Blue, Headspace, Reach Out, Kids Helpline

ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS
Talk with your child about the upcoming change — and why it matters.
Help them download photos or memories they want to keep before Dec 10.
Set up approved messaging groups to stay connected safely.
Bookmark trusted influencers or sites they can follow directly.
Visit esafety.gov.au for family checklists and guides.

A world-first law is about to change how Aussie kids use social media &mdash; forever. From December 10, children 16 and under will be banned from holding social accounts. But what does that really mean for families?
In this special extended episode, Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Julie Inman Grant, Australia&rsquo;s eSafety Commissioner, about the new age-limit legislation &mdash; who it covers, how it will work, what fines apply, and what parents must do now to prepare.
This is the definitive guide for every parent trying to navigate the online world &mdash; with calm, clarity, and confidence.
KEY POINTS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">What the new under-16 social media ban actually includes (and who&rsquo;s exempt)</li>
<li aria-level="1">How eSafety will enforce compliance &mdash; and why parents won&rsquo;t be penalised</li>
<li aria-level="1">The five-step &ldquo;layered safety&rdquo; approach every platform must follow</li>
<li aria-level="1">What&rsquo;s being done to restrict online porn and explicit content</li>
<li aria-level="1">The truth about &ldquo;nudifying&rdquo; apps and how schools can respond</li>
<li aria-level="1">Simple ways to help your child transition off social media safely</li>
</ul>
QUOTE OF THE EPISODE
&ldquo;Parents shouldn&rsquo;t have to fight billion-dollar companies to keep their kids safe online &mdash; the responsibility belongs with the platforms.&rdquo; &mdash; Julie Inman Grant
RESOURCES MENTIONED
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="esafety.gov.au">eSafety Commissioner resources &amp; webinars</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Deep-fake &amp; image-based-abuse <a href="https://www.esafety.gov.au/educators/toolkit-schools">school toolkit</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/">Beyond Blue</a>, <a href="https://headspace.org.au/">Headspace</a>, <a href="https://au.reachout.com/">Reach Out</a>, <a href="https://kidshelpline.com.au/">Kids Helpline</a></li>
</ul>
ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS
<ol>
<li aria-level="1">Talk with your child about the upcoming change &mdash; and why it matters.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Help them download photos or memories they want to keep before Dec 10.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Set up approved messaging groups to stay connected safely.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Bookmark trusted influencers or sites they can follow directly.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="esafety.gov.au">esafety.gov.au</a> for family checklists and guides.</li>
</ol>

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The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now.

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Inside the New Social Media Ban for Aussie Kids [with Julie Inman Grant]

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