Broadcasting Services Act 1992

The Broadcasting Services Act 1992 is an Act of the Australian Parliament.[1][2] It broadly covers issues relating to content regulation and media ownership in Australia.

The law stipulates what is political advertising and the specific conditions which must be met before they are authorised for publication.[3]

Description


The legislation aims to regulate the availability and content of Australian broadcasting services including television, radio, and online platforms. The key objectives of the legislation include:

  • Promoting a diverse range of entertainment, education, and information content.
  • Providing the Australian market for broadcasting services with increased regulation to maintain competitive and responsive content.
  • Ensuring the availability of significant local content in regional areas.
  • Preventing harmful material being exposed to children.
  • Providing a means for consumer complaints regarding internet content.[2]

See also

References
  1. "Broadcasting content regulation". Australian Government. Department of Communication. Retrieved 29 August 2014.
  2. "BROADCASTING SERVICES ACT 1992". Austlii. Retrieved 29 August 2014.
  3. Liz Burke (13 September 2016). "Advertising loophole means plebiscite campaign ads won't need to be factually correct". news.com.au. News Limited. Retrieved 13 September 2016.


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