Turning 18 in Australia: Gains and pains of becoming an adult

For many in Australia, turning 18 coincides with the end of formal schooling. Credit: Getty Images/FatCamera

What does becoming an adult mean in practical terms? From reaching legal age to social security payments and coming of age markers, adulthood can bring significant changes.

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