The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) regulates radio and television content through:
- broadcast licence conditions set out in the Broadcasting Services Act 1992
- mandatory program standards that outline the requirements for Australian content and children's programs on commercial television
- industry codes of practice that cover most matters relating to the content and presentation of radio and television programs—including classification and the amount of advertising allowed
- the Television Program Standard for Australian Content in Advertising, which aims to ensure that the majority of advertisements on television are Australian-made
- the Broadcasting Services (Commercial Radio Advertising) Standard 2000, which encourages commercial radio broadcasters to ensure paid advertising is clearly distinguishable from all other programs.
Other advertising on commercial television, commercial radio and pay TV is covered by the Advertising Standards Bureau code of practice.
The ACMA also administers the national regulatory scheme for internet content. The scheme was established under the Broadcasting Services Act 1992, and is designed to address community concerns about offensive and illegal material on the internet.
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Using the menu on the left, you can access specific information on content requirements for:
Broadcasting
- radio and television content and advertising, including codes, standards and local content requirements, as well as children's television.
Internet
- information on online content controls, including the responsibilities of content hosts and service providers.
Telecommunications
- information on phone advertising and content controls, including premium services.
- details of the Do Not Call Register.
