Outdoor Council of Australia
How the Outdoor Industry Can Help Fill the After-School Gap in 2026
Published: 3 February 2026
The Outdoor Council of Australia’s recent media release on the role of outdoor activity in a post–social media restriction setting is gaining traction across local news platforms — and that visibility matters. But media coverage alone isn’t enough. To create real change for young Australians, we now need the outdoor industry to help amplify the message and turn attention into action.
For the first time in more than a decade, children and young people under 16 are navigating after-school hours without access to social media. This creates a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the outdoor industry.
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