Illumine

The Great Unfollow: A social media gift for Australian teens


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Teenagers are facing a momentous cultural shift. On 10 December 2025 the Federal Government’s Online Safety Amendment Act lifts the age of access from 13 to 16 years for a range of popular social media platforms.

In this episode Principal Jacinda Euler Welsh speaks to a key changemaker, hears how students are feeling, and unpacks the challenges and opportunities ahead with School psychologist Dr Jody Forbes. 

Resources:

·       See our FAQs on the new laws here.

·       Find Greg Attwells’ 36 Months parenting podcast on Apple or Spotify.

·       Australia’s e-Safety Commission resources for families are here.

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