Integrated Public Number Database Review report

The Australian Postal Market Policy Background Paper No.4

This paper explores changes in the cost of delivering letters and the implications for Australia Post. Costs have increased while the amount of mail has declined due to the growth in email and messaging.

Media Control and ownership Policy Background Paper No.3

This paper examines the issue of media diversity in today’s digital environment. People can access many views, including news and opinion, without any one media owner or controller exercising too much influence.

Regulating harms in the Australian communications sector Policy Background Paper No.2

This paper considers current and possible regulatory frameworks, and the relative strengths and weaknesses of a range of interventions used to regulate the communications sector—it covers black letter law as well as co and self-regulation.

Telecommunications infrastructure in new developments policy

This document sets out the Australian Government's revised policy on the provision of telecommunications infrastructure in new developments. The policy's fundamental objective is to increase efficiency and broaden choice in the provision of telecommunications in these areas by encouraging fair competition and ensuring some recovery of costs up front. The policy is effective from 1 March 2015.

Spectrum Review Report

The report outlines recommended changes to improve Australia's spectrum management framework.

Review of Local Content and Local Presence requirements on regional commercial radio broadcasters

Competition Limits Advice for 1800 MHz Spectrum in Regional Areas – Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

The Interactive Gambling Act 2001

It's illegal to provide some interactive gambling activities, such as 'online casinos', to someone in Australia. Examples include roulette, poker, craps, online 'pokies' and blackjack.

Telecommunications self-regulation

Industry self-regulation minimises government intervention, reducing costs and promoting industry compliance.