Ryan had his first bet at just 15. He entered the TAB in his school uniform to place the bet and no one asked for ID or even questioned him. They just took his money, which was meant for his lunch. Ryan was addicted before he was 18.

The Albanese government is proposing that the Ryans of this world be protected from social media with a ban to be imposed on those 16 years or younger. It is compelling to hear the reasons proffered. The government questions the social licence of these media companies, saying they have failed to protect........

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