This morning, Australia’s world-first social media ban for under 16s has come into effect.

This means that anyone under the age of 16 is banned from popular platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat.

Today, TDA interviews the eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, about why this law has come into effect and how it will be enforced.

Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski
Guest: Julie Inman Grant, eSafety Commissioner
Producer: Orla Maher

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This morning, Australia&rsquo;s world-first social media ban for under 16s has come into effect.
This means that anyone under the age of 16 is banned from popular platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat.
Today, TDA interviews the eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, about why this law has come into effect and how it will be enforced.
Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Guest: Julie Inman Grant, eSafety Commissioner Producer: Orla Maher
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
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This is a daily news podcast for young people in Australia. Join The Daily Aus team every weekday morning as we cover the news in your language. We’re a newsroom of young journalists, delivering news for young people.
TDA is completely independent. We are not owned by any larger media company.

This is a daily news podcast that breaks down issues important to young people in Australia.

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The Daily Aus podcast is a five-minute entree to your news diet, and is presented by co-founders Sam (27) and Zara (25). Join them every weekday morning as they cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. Over 400,000 Australians get their news from The Daily Aus on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.

The social media ban is here

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Today's headlines include:
The Prime Minister has requested advice from the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA) amid ongoing questions over travel expenses claimed by Communications Minister Anika Wells.
The accused killer of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has appeared in court in person for the first time.
Thailand's Prime Minister has announced that he is "returning power to the people," moving to dissolve parliament and clear the way for elections earlier ⁠than previously anticipated.
And today’s good news: British artist Nnena Kalu has become the first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize, the UK’s top visual arts awards.

Reporting with AAP.

Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler
Producer: Rosa Bowden

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Have feedback for us?
We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.

Today's headlines include:
<ul>
<li>The Prime Minister has requested advice from the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA) amid ongoing questions over travel expenses claimed by Communications Minister Anika Wells.</li>
<li>The accused killer of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has appeared in court in person for the first time.</li>
<li>Thailand's Prime Minister has announced that he is "returning power to the people," moving to dissolve parliament and clear the way for elections earlier ⁠than previously anticipated.</li>
<li>And today&rsquo;s good news: British artist Nnena Kalu has become the first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize, the UK&rsquo;s top visual arts awards.</li>
</ul>
Reporting with AAP.
Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler Producer: Rosa Bowden
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.
Want more from TDA? <a href="https://thedailyaus.com.au/newsletter/">Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thedailyaus">Subscribe to The Daily Aus&rsquo; YouTube Channel</a>
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Headlines: PM requests advice on ministers' spending

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This week marks 20 years since the Cronulla Riots, when hundreds of angry young white Australian men descended on Cronulla train station and beach in Sydney’s south, attacking anyone of Middle Eastern appearance. In today’s episode, we explain the context surrounding the riots, including the role of broadcaster Alan Jones, the day itself, and explore how Australia has changed since then.

Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Orla Maher

Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.

The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.

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Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter
Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel

Have feedback for us?
We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.

This week marks 20 years since the Cronulla Riots, when hundreds of angry young white Australian men descended on Cronulla train station and beach in Sydney&rsquo;s south, attacking anyone of Middle Eastern appearance. In today&rsquo;s episode, we explain the context surrounding the riots, including the role of broadcaster Alan Jones, the day itself, and explore how Australia has changed since then.
Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam Koslowski Producer: Orla Maher
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.
Want more from TDA? <a href="https://thedailyaus.com.au/newsletter/">Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thedailyaus">Subscribe to The Daily Aus&rsquo; YouTube Channel</a>
Have feedback for us? We&rsquo;re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you&rsquo;ve got feedback, we&rsquo;re all ears.&nbsp;<a href="https://thedailyaus.typeform.com/to/D0EhJI4S">Tell us here</a>.

Has Australia changed since the Cronulla Riots?

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Today's headlines include:
Travellers from Australia and 41 other countries could be forced to hand over five years' worth of social media data when entering the United States, under plans put forward by the Trump administration.
More than 1,000 corrections officers across South Australia’s public prison network have voted to extend an existing strike to 96 hours, calling on the Government to increase pay rates, lift staff numbers and improve safety.
Australian Olympians who give birth after today and are committed to making an Olympic comeback will be eligible for a $10,000 grant per child as part of a $50-million funding package.
And today’s good news: New evidence suggests pre-human species were making fire far earlier than previously thought.

Reporting with AAP.

Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons
Producer: Rosa Bowden

Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.

The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.

Want more from TDA?
Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter
Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel

Have feedback for us?
We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.

Today's headlines include:
<ul>
<li>Travellers from Australia and 41 other countries could be forced to hand over five years' worth of social media data when entering the United States, under plans put forward by the Trump administration.</li>
<li>More than 1,000 corrections officers across South Australia&rsquo;s public prison network have voted to extend an existing strike to 96 hours, calling on the Government to increase pay rates, lift staff numbers and improve safety.</li>
<li>Australian Olympians who give birth after today and are committed to making an Olympic comeback will be eligible for a $10,000 grant per child as part of a $50-million funding package.</li>
<li>And today&rsquo;s good news: New evidence suggests pre-human species were making fire far earlier than previously thought.</li>
</ul>
Reporting with AAP.
Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.
Want more from TDA? <a href="https://thedailyaus.com.au/newsletter/">Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thedailyaus">Subscribe to The Daily Aus&rsquo; YouTube Channel</a>
Have feedback for us? We&rsquo;re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you&rsquo;ve got feedback, we&rsquo;re all ears.&nbsp;<a href="https://thedailyaus.typeform.com/to/D0EhJI4S">Tell us here</a>.

Headlines: U.S. could require tourists to hand over social media

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