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New social media age restrictions for under-16s start 10 December 17 November 2025 Australia is just one month away from introducing landmark social media age restrictions designed to protect children and young people under 16. This world-first legislation aims to safeguard cognitive development and mental health by reducing exposure to harmful content, addictive design features such as endless scrolling and online risks.

NETS WA clinician wins top honour for groundbreaking neonatal transport study 29 October 2025 Dr Saumil Desai has received national recognition for a groundbreaking study that improves emergency response times for critically ill newborns, positioning NETS WA as a leader in neonatal care.

Driving innovation in paediatric rehabilitation: Kids Rehab WA research report released 15 October 2025 Kids Rehab WA’s 2023–2025 Biennial Research Report highlights groundbreaking research, consumer-led collaboration, and clinical excellence improving outcomes for children with disability and complex health needs.

Newest Telethon Research Fellows on track to transform care 14 October 2025 An advanced medical trainee seeking insights into bronchiolitis in babies is among 3 Perth Children's Hospital doctors awarded Telethon Trust Research Fellowships in the latest round of the program. Dr Honey’s, along with fellow Telethon Trust Research Fellows, Dr Joo Anne Chiam and Dr Abigail Hudson are hoping to advance care for children and families.

Needle-free flu vaccine for WA children ahead of 2026 season 06 October 2025 Western Australian children aged 2 to under 12 will soon have access to FluMist, a needle-free nasal spray flu vaccine. Backed by a $7.24 million WA Government investment, the initiative aims to boost vaccination rates, reduce flu-related hospitalisations, and ease pressure on the health system ahead of the 2026 flu season.