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Iconic skipping girl replaced to combat screen time
Published 1 week, 4 days ago
Description
Melbourne's 90-year-old Skipping Girl neon sign has been temporarily replaced with a Scrolling Girl sign to highlight rising childhood screen time. YouGov research reveals teenagers spend nearly three times longer on devices than engaging in physical activity, with 63% of children under 16 maintaining or increasing phone use despite the social media ban. A new partnership between teen kids and dairy farmers is distributing skipping ropes to 270 schools nationwide to encourage outdoor activity.
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