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EPISODE · Dec 6, 2025 · 36 MIN

Dougal Sutherland: Does NZ need a social media ban?

from The Weekend Collective · host Newstalk ZB

In just a few days, a law banning the use of social media for under 16s will take effect in Australia.  For many parents, social media has been a daily part of family life for years - allowing kids to stay connected with their friends and family, sharing life updates with people they may not get a chance to speak with very often.  Generations before have been relatively ignorant to just how seriously harmful it can be - figuring if they just keep open communication with their kids then they should be fine.  But younger millennial and gen Z parents seem to be recognising the dangers, and most often opting to keep their kids offline.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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