The federal government has announced a $6.5 million trial of age verification technology to crack down on child safety online. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has also backed calls to go one step further and raise the minimum age for registering for social media accounts from 13 to 16 in an effort to address social media addiction, online bullying and exposure to graphic content, RadioU UOW · JNRL 303 AUDIO 22 MAY The government’s announcement has been criticised by some parents, educators, and school bodies. Principals have claimed parents need to take accountability and monitor what their children are consuming on…
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Football South Coast has launched an initiative ‘Developing Armbands’ to provide support for referees under 18, or those at the beginning of their referee journey. Verbal harassment, threats, and even physical assaults have become common occurrences for South Coast referees, and have raised serious questions about respect and fair play within the football community. Ryleigh Wilson, 20, began refereeing older men’s and women’s community league and representative games at 12-years-old. The verbal harassment and abuse she experienced during this time ultimately led to her decision to quit refereeing at 18-years-old. “A lot of the reason why Football associations are screaming…
Australia is home to more animal species than 93 per cent of countries, and is a world leader in deforestation, resulting in the highest rates of species decline in the developed world. Land clearing, logging, and habitat loss are the biggest drivers of animal extinction, and that in an attempt to address ever-growing cities and demand for housing, Australia has entered a land clearing crisis, according to conservation biologist, Professor John Woinarski. “Much of the current biodiversity decline is occurring in areas subject to the most rapid human population growth and habitat transformation,” Prof Woinarski said. Currently, more native vegetation…
The Bureau of Meteorology has warned Australians of an upcoming El Nino weather pattern that could lead to a repeat of the 2019 bushfire season. The warning has been backed by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) Secretary-General Professor Petteri Taalas who has painted a bleak picture for the future of Australia’s upcoming El Nino season. “El Niño is expected to develop in the coming months, and this will combine with human-induced climate change to push global temperatures into uncharted territory,” Prof. Taalas said. “This will have far-reaching repercussions for health, food security, water management and the environment in Australia.” The…
Campbelltown citizens continue to struggle with the cost of living as Australia’s inflation rates reach 7.3%, the highest level since 1990. Data released this month by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), revealed that the overall cost of living has increased by 23.4%, which is the fastest rise since the introduction of the GST more than 20 years ago. This is almost three times the pace of wage growth. Financial advisor, Christopher Luff said the rate has been primarily driven by the increase in food and fuel costs this year and recommends that people in the Macarthur region prepare for…
Campbelltown precinct is set to receive a vibrant cultural boost as acclaimed artists paint the streets as part of the city’s revitalisation program. The public art installations are in collaboration with local businesses, and property owners to revive Queen Street’s nightlife, and create an inviting cultural space for people to enjoy. Creative Director, Timothy George said the project focuses on the voice and culture of south west Sydney, allowing young people to realise the potential opportunities within Campbelltown’s CBD. “I’m working with artists with a very strong connection to Campbelltown, people who always wished to see the things improve and…