Australia is planning to tighten laws banning children under 16 from accessing social media, amid growing concerns about the effectiveness of current restrictions. Recent studies reveal that a staggering 80% of Australian children continue to use social media platforms despite existing bans. Prime Minister Albanese has indicated intentions to enhance the powers of the eSafety Commissioner to enforce these bans more rigorously. Yet, studies suggest that the current measures have made little meaningful difference in curbing adolescent social media usage, with many children easily bypassing age-verification systems. As Australia grapples with the implications of social media use among youth, officials are acknowledging the need for a more robust and enforceable framework.