Parties pull plug on social media for teens, sports boosts broadcasters, Dolly dies

Parties pull plug on social media for teens, sports boosts broadcasters, Dolly dies

August 29, 2026 · 34 min · Episode 1140

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The episode discusses the political parties' stance on social media for teens, the financial impact of soccer on broadcasters, and the reaction to Dolly's death.

The two big political parties want to pull the plug on social media for teens. But will ‘fast-following’ Australia work? Also: TV broadcasters cite soccer in boosted financials - and Dolly’s death triggers sadness. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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Organizations: RNZ, Australia, TV broadcasters

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