From 10 December 2025, many social media platforms will not be allowed to let Australians under 16 create or keep an account.
Many young people use social media platforms to access mental health advice. We want for our young people to know they can still access online support via the following platforms:
Click below to access any additional information on the above platforms.
If you wish to access more information on any of the following topics, click on the link:
- Why the changes?
- Quick facts
- FAQs
- Tools and webinars
- Talking with under-16s about age restrictions – videos
- Explore resources for under-16s together
- Health and wellbeing advice
The eSafety commissioner website provides user friendly information for both parents and young people on how to prepare for this imminent change in the law.
Mrs Jacoline Petersen
Director of Student Counselling.