Tag: social media

Online Safety Amendment Bill ensures age-appropriate social media use

The Albanese Government has fulfilled its commitment to support parents and protect young people by legislating a minimum social media age of 16, with the...

NSW applauds stricter regulations on social media for children

The NSW Government has welcomed the Federal Government’s new law banning social media for children under 16, with the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum...

‘Big Tech on notice’: Prioritising safety in platform design and communication

The Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian Society has released its final report, putting “Big Tech on notice.” It calls for increased accountability...

Social media, communication, and ‘brain rot’: Unpacking the claims behind digital overload

Extended periods of consuming digital content are often thought to contribute to mental fog and diminished focus. However, two UNSW psychologists have found little evidence...

Albanese Government push for age restrictions on social media

The Albanese Labor Government plans to introduce new legislation this year to establish a minimum age requirement for accessing social media and similar digital platforms....

Protecting Aussie kids online: eSafety Commissioner questions tech giants on age assurance

Australia’s eSafety Commissioner has requested that leading social media and messaging platforms reveal how many Australian children are using their services and detail the age...

Liz Grey on community building for brand via social media

Brands can spark genuine community building simply by leveraging social media’s power to connect, engage, and inspire. Comms Room is thrilled to have the opportunity...

Seamus Boyer on building trust in (and on) social media

Trust is the cornerstone of any successful workplace, yet it is often fragile and easily disrupted. As today is a time where digital communication is...

The Role of Algorithms in Amplifying Misinformation

Social media has become the go-to source for news and information for many individuals due to the abundance of internet tools. These platforms have many...

Tim Price on the digital transformation of human interaction

There is no doubt that the demand for clear and concise communication is surging like never before. That said, professionals must remain flexible and constantly...

LinkedIn enhances AI transparency with new content labels

Special marks for AI-generated content have been added to LinkedIn, the latest social network to do so. A small C2PA identifier will now be included...

Benefits and hurdles of AI in social media

There are clear advantages and disadvantages to the way artificial intelligence (AI) is changing social media tactics. The importance of AI is growing as companies...

Leadership advice for navigating the social media labyrinth

As they attempt to make sense of TikTok—a platform that poses a threat to national security while also being a powerful instrument for voter engagement—politicians...

Social media movement urging Australians to boycott digital payments

A movement on social media is urging Australians to boycott digital payments and instead opt for cash as a form of protest. Organised by the...

Elderly Australians hit by social media scams

Online scammers are targeting a specific group of people in Australia, deceiving them and stealing substantial amounts of money each year, which is a troubling...

No renewal of contracts with Australian news agencies, Meta says

Facebook’s parent company Meta has announced that they will not be renewing their contracts with Australian media companies in a bid to further move their...

Social Media in Government Communications: Strategies, Case Studies, and Tools

Social media has become an invaluable tool for government communications, offering a direct and real-time connection with citizens. This article delves into effective strategies, case...

Government communications as a community building tool with Investment NSW’s Vanessa Grimm

Government social media should be a dynamic platform for meaningful interaction, not just a broadcasting tool. Vanessa Grimm is the Executive Director of Strategic Communications...