Abstract
In 1995, representatives of all the Australian governments decided that computer games above MA15+ should not be allowed. Such material is 'refused classification' which means it cannot legally be distributed in this country. In spite of these restrictions, video game sales in Australia have typically been worth $1.3-2.05 billion per year in recent years. This year, the State Attorneys- General and the federal Minister for Home Affairs have been reviewing this position, in the process of which they have run a public consultation calling for submissions. There has been substantial pressure from those who play and distribute games to liberalise the law. A concerted campaign saw some 50,000 submissions put to the consultation in favour of liberalisation.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 44-49 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Viewpoint |
| Volume | 4 |
| Publication status | Published - 2010 |
Keywords
- computer games
- classification