CANBERRA, ACT, Dec. 10 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release:

MATT SHIRVINGTON, HOST: Welcome back. Australia's landmark social media ban for under 16s is officially in effect, with kids booted off platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat as well.

NAT BARR, HOST: Well, joining us now live in the studio is Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Good morning to you.

ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Good morning. And it's a proud day to be the Australian Prime Minister. This is a reform that's come from parents who've lost their young sons or daughters. It's come from young people themselves. This is families taking back control. Parents getting more peace of mind over what their young ones are looki...