Amending the anti-siphoning scheme

As part of landmark reforms to the broadcasting sector, the Government has amended the anti-siphoning scheme to remove outdated and redundant provisions and streamline the anti-siphoning list.

Australian and Children’s Screen Content Review

Screen content that is produced under Australian creative control reflects and shapes our national identity, character and cultural diversity and sparks important discussion and debate.

Gambling advertising

Further restrictions will be introduced on gambling advertising during live sports programs during children's hours on commercial and subscription broadcasters, the Special Broadcasting Service (SBS), and online platforms.

Broadcasting—moving to more efficient broadcasting fees

Australia’s commercial broadcasting sector provides Australian audiences with free access to iconic cultural and sporting events, news, current affairs and high quality entertainment. The sector plays an important role in reflecting and informing Australian cultural life.

Regional and Small Publishers Cadetship Program

Support to regional and small publishers through the $60 million Regional and Small Publishers Jobs and Innovation Package includes:

Regional and Small Publishers Innovation Fund

Support to regional and small publishers is provided through the $60 million Regional and Small Publishers Jobs and Innovation Package. This Package includes:

Regional Journalism Scholarships

Support for regional and small publishers through the $60 million Regional and Small Publishers Jobs and Innovation Package that includes:

Fact sheet—Upcoming changes to copyright duration

From 1 January 2019, new standard terms of copyright protection will apply to original published and unpublished works, sound recordings and cinematograph films.

Funding of telecommunications consumer representation grants—annual report 2016–17

Fact sheet - Copyright terms

Standard terms of copyright protection for original works and other subject-matter.