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From Pillar to Post BONUS: Anne Hollonds on the uphill battle to get governments to actAfter 5 years as the National Children's Commissioner, Anne Hollonds has been a first-hand witness to the slow pace of change in politics, even when it's a matter of keeping young Australians safe. While the social media ban for under-16s suggests there is the ability to move quickly, it seems pretty unlikely the government will keep up the momentum and confront shortfalls in child safety. Presenter - Noah SecombProducer - Martin DaviesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2026-01-0915 min

From Pillar to Post Banned but not safe: what now for the youth of Australia?D-day for the under-16s social media ban has come and gone to much fanfare. The national push to let 'kids be kids' and get them off social media has been well spoken about for over a year. But a few days in and it seems nothing much has changed. Will the government use this momentum it has created to continue developing policy for some of the most vulnerable people in Australia, or have we seen the pinnacle of commonwealth action to protect children? Featured: Lochie Antoniazzi (SYN Media), Gabriel Shipton, Former National Children's Commissioner Anne Hollonds

2025-12-1217 min

Radio National Breakfast New Children’s Commissioner responds to Dodd inquestFrom a childcare sector in crisis, to new social media restrictions, the safety of children has been dominating headlines in recent months.That makes it a big job for the new National Children's Commissioner Deb Tsorbaris who has just taken the reins from Anne Hollonds for the next five years.

2025-12-1007 min

7am Australia’s childcare crisisAdele Ferguson is an investigative journalist at the ABC. She’s spent more than a year reporting on the crisis unfolding in Australia’s childcare system. Last week, alongside her colleague Chris Gillett, she won the top honour in journalism – the Gold Walkley. Her work has inspired us at 7am and so today, we’re bringing you an episode we made back in July, where we spoke to Adele about the dangers in an industry driven by profit. If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a co...

2025-12-0615 min

Radio National Breakfast National Children's Commissioner ends five-year termIt's been five years since Anne Hollonds stepped into the role of Australia's National Children's Commissioner in the fog of the COVID-19 pandemic.Five years on, the world is a little more stable. But with the childcare sector in crisis and a looming social media ban for under-16-year-olds, the safety and protection of children hasn't strayed far from the headlines.Guest: Anne Hollonds, National Children's CommissionerProducer: Grace Stranger

2025-10-3008 min

Download This Show What happens when you try to ban a generation from the internet?The Online Safety Amendment Bill is the name on everyone’s lips this week and as the implementation date looms closer, we take a deep dive into some of the people most affected by the upcoming ban, and lay out all the info you need to know if you’re a parent or teen trying to duck and dodge this murky legislation. GUESTS:Leo Puglisi, teenager and Founder of 6 News Australia Nikita White, Amnesty International Campaigner Anne Hollonds, National Children’s Safety ComissionerThis episode of Download This Show was made on the lands of the Gadiga...

2025-10-1729 min $Dr Justin Coulson\'s Happy Families$

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Lazy Husband or Overloaded Wife? Fixing the Uneven Load Before Resentment WinsEver come home from work to a house that looks like a bomb went off—while your partner relaxes? Today Justin answers a listener who’s furious at a husband who won’t pull his weight. Is it laziness, “feigned incompetence,” or something deeper? Justin shares the tough-love steps every parent needs to hear to reclaim balance without a shouting match. Plus: a second listener asks for help with a 12-year-old facing anxiety, insomnia, and no friends—Justin’s practical roadmap will give you hope tonight. KEY POINTS Why “feigned incompetence” is a relationship killer—and how to...

2025-09-2213 min

Brighter Futures Youth Podcast Youth Rights with Anne Hollonds (Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner) | Episode 14In this episode, I speak with Anne Hollonds, Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner, about her work advocating for the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people. Drawing on decades of experience in child and family policy, Commissioner Hollonds offers thoughtful insights into the challenges facing young Australians today from mental health and education inequality to the importance of listening to children’s voices in decision-making.Our conversation explores both the systemic reforms needed and the practical steps individuals can take to help create a society where every child has the opportunity to thrive. This is a p...

2025-08-1222 min

7am Adele Ferguson on why children aren’t safe at childcare centresA child care worker in Victoria has been charged with more than 70 offences relating to the sexual abuse of children. Following the arrest, the state health authorities recommended 1200 children, some as young as five months old, get tested for sexually transmitted diseases. The government is scrambling to figure out how this happened, and how to stop it happening again. But for ABC investigative journalist Adele Ferguson, this is the unsurprising outcome of a long brewing crisis in childcare centres across the country. Today, Four Corners reporter Adele Ferguson on the dangers of an industry driven by...

2025-07-0616 min

ABC KIDS News Time World Children's Day SpecialOn World Children's Day each year, we celebrate all kids and remember their rights. But what exactly are rights?For this special episode of News Time, Ruby is joined by Australia's National Children's Commissioner, Anne Hollonds. Ruby and Anne talk about World Children's Day, about what rights are and some of the special rights kids have.It's best if this episode is listened to with a grown-up around.

2024-11-1911 min

The Discussion Youth crime crackdownAcross Australia, and indeed the western world, people are demanding tougher action on youth crime.Residents in certain communities don’t feel safe.It’s led to rising rates of youth detention. In some places, governments have even adopted so-called ‘adult crime, adult time’ policies. Will it work, or does locking up young offenders only create bigger social problems?My guest on this episode of The Discussion is Anne Hollonds, the National Children's Commissioner at the Australian Human Rights Commission.

2024-11-1512 min $Dr Justin Coulson\'s Happy Families$

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families #1080 - Q&A: Lazy Husband & Sleep StrugglesAn anonymous listener shares their frustration and exhaustion with a husband who feels more like an additional child than a partner, offering little support with household and family responsibilities. Justin unpacks "weaponised incompetence" and the unfairness and resentment that build when one parent is left carrying the load and provides guidance on how to address the issue in a way that avoids blame, accusations, and an all-out conflict. Michelle, from Victoria, has a daughter experiencing mental illness, with chronic insomnia, anxiety, and friendship issues—all leading to a feeling of exhaustion and desperation in the home. Justin sh...

2024-09-1614 min

Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network Reforming Australia’s approach to child justiceAt present, the National Children’s Commissioner says, Australia is failing to ensure that the safety and wellbeing of children is a priority. In this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy is joined by National Children’s Commissioner Anne Hollonds, from the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC), to discuss the recently released report – ‘Help way earlier!’: How Australia can transform child justice to improve safety and wellbeing – and what it says about the urgent need to better ensure justice outcomes for Australian youth. Hollonds delves into her role and why it is needed, the k...

2024-09-1623 min $Dr Justin Coulson\'s Happy Families$

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families #1061 - This Week in Parenting: Raygun, Lost High-Fives & Panic AttacksThis Week in Parenting: Perhaps the most polarising Paris Olympic story was that of Aussie Olympic breakdancer Rachel Gunn. International meme fodder, or pure gold for sparking meaningful conversations with our kids, encouraging critical thinking, and creating empathy? A beautiful example of understanding and compassion in the workplace and from the world at large occurred after ABC presenter Nate Byrne experienced a panic attack live on air. Something is wrong when a top Crossing Supervisor is banned from high-fiving kids as they walk to school. A fascinating story on reversing autism highlights the need for good-quality research and...

2024-08-2117 min $Dr Justin Coulson\'s Happy Families$

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families #990 Mental Health Challenges with Anne HollondsAnne Hollonds was the opening speaker at the Breaking Point Digital Conference. On the podcast today you will hear an excerpt from Anne's presentation, discussing the mental health of young people around the country and what we can do to help them. In this episode: Anne Hollonds - National Children’s Commissioner. Young people and mental health Residual effects of Covid pandemic Barriers to accessing mental health support for young people Strong therapeutic alliance = better outcomes Breaking Point Digital Conference: Unpacking the Crisis in Youth Mental Health Re...

2024-05-1416 min

The Note Closers Show Podcast Vol. 1 EP 304 – Checkbook IRAs with Quest IRA – Money MondaysMost Americans are investing that in the stock market, in annuities, CDs, bonds, those sorts of things, and relatively new investors might be tempted to say, “I want to buy a note,” or, “I want to buy a house with my IRA that I’ve found.” In order to do that, your IRA funds have to be sent out towards the purchase of that. What then becomes necessary is for a company like Quest IRA to intervene and help you out with all of the administration side of it. Learn how Quest IRA offers all the same types of accounts with all t...

2022-12-1438 min

The Note Closers Show Podcast Vol. 1 EP 295 – Health Savings Accounts with Anne Marie Hollonds from Quest IRAIn May 2017, the Federal Reserve published that 44% of Americans would not be able to pay a $400 unexpected medical bill. Anne Marie Hollands from Quest IRA talks about the basics of Health Savings Accounts and how you can take advantage of it for unexpected medical expenses. Anne Marie explains basically the HSA works as a plan where you can pay for your medical expenses tax-free. In order to qualify for it, you have to have a high deductible health plan which has to be HSA compatible. Find out what HSA plans you qualify or don’t qualify for, the health coverage yo...

2022-10-1240 min

Change the Story 7. Children in the national conversation (Life's Lottery)We live in a wealthy nation but the experiences of Australian children are diverse, with many experiencing real challenges in their everyday lives. Two years into the pandemic, there are strong concerns about the impact on kids and the cost to their wellbeing, especially for those who were already behind.We hear from National Children’s Commissioner Anne Hollonds, who is calling for a concerted effort to elevate the rights, needs and voices of children in the national conversation. She wants action around systems that affect our kids and she’s putting political leaders and policy makers on n...

2022-03-2134 min

The Note Closers Show Podcast Vol. 1 Ep 248 – Learn The Secrets to Million Dollar Savings Using Self-Directed IRA Accounts with Anne Marie HollondsAnne Marie Hollands of Quest IRA discusses how you can put your money into work by opening self-directed IRA accounts either in real estate, private lending, or other investment vehicles. Anne Marie also shares their upcoming events and what they’re doing with education to help clients engage and build their financial goals. They regularly do free classes about notes, commercial deals, flipping, and other areas that people are interested which they share through Zoom or Facebook. They also allow those classes to be a platform for pitching as a way to find partners, deals, and raising capital. Anne stresses th...

2021-12-0841 min

NAPCAN #NCPW21 Webinar Series Building communities that keep children safe from domestic and family violenceEvery child, in every community, needs a safe home.Yet we know that far too many children are living with violence every day. We see domestic violence as a factor in the majority of substantiated child abuse cases in Australia.This webinar explored a vision for safer communities where children and young people are at the centre of our conversations and actions as we address domestic and family violence.The conversation included: What children and young people are telling us about their experiences of domestic and family violence How those of us...

2021-09-141h 32

NAPCAN #NCPW21 Webinar Series Every child, in every community, needs a fair go - Official LaunchEvery child, in every community, needs a fair goThis was a live-streamed official launch of National Child Protection Week 2021 by the Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd).The launch was followed by a keynote address by Anne Hollonds, National Children’s Commissioner, who shared her insights on the importance of this year’s National Child Protection Week theme that: To treat all of Australia’s children fairly, we need to make sure every family and community has what kids need to thrive and be healthy.The event set th...