Welcome back to Hub’s “Behind the Votes” series, as discussed in the previous instalment of the European Union (EU) election saw a monumental shift to the right, and its impact was far-reaching. French President Emmanuel Macron decided that there had been such a shift that it was the right time to call an election, and so that's what he did. What started out as trying to resolve the political unrest seen in France epically backfired and led to further tension in the country.

South Australia got the ball rolling, becoming the first Australian jurisdiction to begin plans to imposing a social media ban on people under 16 years of age. Following mounting pressure from e-safety advocates, SA is setting the stage for nationwide change to how young people communicate online.

Jazmin is a proud Gomeroi woman based in Boandik lands in the southeastern South Australia. Jazmin is very passionate about fighting for climate justice and aboriginal rights. Jazmin has a vision for a fair and just future and wishes that for everyone.

The UK election in July demonstrated just how much the English political climate has changed over the 14 years of Tory rule in the country. With many complex elements, I will aim to explain the lead up that led to the landslide win for Labour and what this means for the country going forward.

In May, the South Australian Government launched a feasibility study for a proposed ban on social media access for people under 16 years of age following mounting concerns about young people’s mental health. This comes after the February 2023 decision to ban the use of mobile phones in all South Australian public schools, responding to reports of ‘out of control’ bullying and deteriorating student performances in schools. But, is a social media ban worth its buck?

I envision a future where these rates are much lower and almost nil. A future where here, Indigenous people are treated as sovereign beings. Where Indigenous peoples, cultures and perspectives are valued by the Australian public. I envision a future where the past is acknowledged and not forgotten.

We interview Sania Ali, a young change maker seeking to make the world a better place.

One of the biggest trends hitting the Gen Z zeitgeist, vaping had quickly risen to become the in thing for all young people to do. Coming to schoolyards near you, vaping offers many opportunities for young people to communicate, explore entrepreneurial hustles and find a pleasure away from the burden of schoolwork. The only catch – it’s killing you.

It is said we live in historic times. Recent events have taken this beyond the joke. In one month, we have seen the worst presidential television debate in history, the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump and the incumbent President Joe Biden withdraw from the race – despite being the presumptive nominee.

As part of Illuminate Adelaide, one of the southern hemisphere’s biggest winter festivals, showcasing the relationship between light and art, EDEN invites audiences into its warm interior to explore a unique visual arts show.