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[AR p.18](https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf#page=18) [CP p.18]\n\n## Our purpose / purposes\n\n> Australia’s classification system is about empowering individuals and families to make informed decisions about what entertainment is right for them. [AR p.15](https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf#page=15) [CP p.15]\n\n## How we deliver\n\n> The Board works to uphold several core principles: enabling adults to choose what material they want to consume; giving families information to help protect minors from material likely to harm or disturb them; protecting the community from potentially offensive unsolicited material; responding to community concerns about depictions that condone or incite violence, particularly sexual violence, and the portrayal of persons in a demeaning manner. [AR p.15](https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf#page=15) [CP p.15]\n\n## Government priorities for this department\n\n- Industry self-classification [CP p.16]\n- Gambling-like content in video games [CP p.17]\n\n## Outcomes\n\n### Outcome 1: Classification of films, computer games and publications\nThe Board classifies films, computer games and certain publications in accordance with the National Classification Code and the Classification Guidelines. The Board provides advice to tool owners to help them align their tool programming to Australian community standards. The Board practices quality assurance on decisions made by industry and maintains oversight across all classification decisions. [CP p.27]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Classifying films, computer games and publications\n- Providing advice to tool owners\n- Quality assurance on industry decisions\n\n## Values and principles\n\n- Empowering individuals and families\n- Protecting minors\n- Protecting the community\n- Responding to community concerns\n\n## What they will measure themselves on this year (targets from 2025-26 corporate plan)\n\n| Code | Measure | Target | Source |\n|---|---|---|---|\n| CCE01 | Number of classification decisions | To increase the number of classification decisions by 20% compared to 2024-25 | |\n\n## How they performed last year (results from 2024-25 annual report)\n\n| Code | Measure | Result | Status | Source |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| CCE01 | Number of classification decisions | Total number of classification decisions increased by 161% compared to 2023-24 | Achieved | [AR p.35](https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf#page=35)(https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf#page=35) |", "strategy_overview_evidence_md": null, "internal_strategy_evidence_md": "# Classification Review Board - Strategy, Performance, and Operating Profile\n\n**Generated at**: 2026-05-09T22:27:45.800907+00:00\n**Entity ID**: B-000622\n**Entity type**: Statutory Body\n**Jurisdiction**: Commonwealth\n**Portfolio**: Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, \n\nCommunications, Sport and the Arts\n**Website**: http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx\n\n> Draft generated from scraped source material. Treat this as an evidence pack for editorial review, not a final judgement.\n\n## Source Coverage\n\n| Source type | Count |\n|---|---:|\n| annual-reports | 5 |\n| other-pdfs | 5 |\n| pages | 29 |\n\n## Executive Readout\n\n### Purpose\n\n- [Page 34]\nAnnual\nReports\n2023–24\nBoard development days At our 1 August 2023 Board development\nday, we discussed and defined the\nDuring 2023–24, the Board held two\nBoard purpose, motivations and culture,\ndevelopment days on 1 August 2023 and\nconsidering how a collective clarity on\n25 June 2024.\nthese positively translates into a robust\nclassification practice and quality decision-\nDevelopment days enable the full Board\nmaking.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\n1\nContents\nIntroduction 5\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 6\nCommonwealth 6\nStates and territories 7\nCorporate overview 8\nAdministrative arrangements 8\nFinancial management 8\nRisk management 9\nStakeholder engagement 9\nAustralian classification website 9\nExternal accountability 10\nFreedom of information 10\nCategories of documents 10\nPrivacy 10\nReports by the Auditor-General 11\nReform of the National Classification Scheme 11\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 11\nPart 1 - Classification Board Annual Report 2024-25 12\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 14\nDirector’s overview 15\nIntroduction 15\nEvolving role of the Board 16\nIndustry self-classification 16\nGambling-like content in video games 17\nFuture ways of working 18\nThe Board’s vision 18\nAcknowledgement 18\nThe Classification Board 19\nThe Board 19\nMembership of the Board 19\nCurrent Board members 20\nTemporary Board members 23\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Computer Games) Amendment (Industry\nSelf-Classification and Other Measures) In mid-2024, public and key stakeholder\nAmendment Act 2024 (Amendment Act) consultation was undertaken in three\ncommenced on 14 March 2024, amending key areas:\nthe Classification Act to:\nÎ clarifying the scope and purpose of the\nÎ expand options for industry to self- Scheme, including the types of content\nclassify content, including films and that should be subject to classification\ncomputer games, using either in-house Î ensuring the Guidelines continue to be\nor third-party classifiers who have aligned with, and responsive to, evolving\nbeen trained and accredited by the community standards, expectations and\nAustralian Government evidence\nÎ extend the Board’s powers Î establishing fit-for-purpose governance\nto quality assure industry and regulatory arrangements\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)`\n- [Page 12]\n6\nweivrevo\netaroproC\nCorporate overview\nLegislative governance In addition to the Director’s powers in relation\nto the Board, the Classification Act and a\nstructures\nnumber of Determinations made pursuant\nto the Act confer a number of additional\nfunctions and powers on the Director\nThe Classification Board\nwhich include:\nThe Board is an independent statutory body \u0017 approving forms for the purpose of the\nestablished under the Classification Act which Classification Act\ncomprises a Director, a Deputy Director and\n\u0017 providing certificates and notices of\nother members.\ndecisions, including evidentiary certificates\nThe Board classifies films, computer games \u0017 authorising industry assessors.\nand certain submittable publications (all of\nFurther, pursuant to sub-clause 18(2) of\nwhich are defined in the Classification Act).\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n\n### Role and Functions\n\n- [Page 3]\nContents\nIntroduction iv\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 1\nCommonwealth 1\nStates and territories 2\nCorporate overview 3\nAdministrative arrangements 3\nRisk management 4\nWebsite 4\nExternal accountability 4\nFreedom of Information 4\nCategories of documents 5\nPrivacy 5\nReports by the Auditor‑General 5\nChanges to the National Classification Scheme 5\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 5\n1\nClassification Board Annual Report 2021–22 7\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 8\nDirector’s overview 9\nThe Role of the Classification Board 14\nThe Classification Board 14\nThe Director 14\nMembership of the Board 15\nApplications for classification of films, computer games and certain publications 15\nOther functions of the Board 16\nClassification Board profiles 22\nCurrent Board members 22\nCurrent part‑time Board members 25\nBoard members who left the Classification Board in 2021–22 26\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\n1\nContents\nIntroduction 5\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 6\nCommonwealth 6\nStates and territories 7\nCorporate overview 8\nAdministrative arrangements 8\nFinancial management 8\nRisk management 9\nStakeholder engagement 9\nAustralian classification website 9\nExternal accountability 10\nFreedom of information 10\nCategories of documents 10\nPrivacy 10\nReports by the Auditor-General 11\nReform of the National Classification Scheme 11\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 11\nPart 1 - Classification Board Annual Report 2024-25 12\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 14\nDirector’s overview 15\nIntroduction 15\nEvolving role of the Board 16\nIndustry self-classification 16\nGambling-like content in video games 17\nFuture ways of working 18\nThe Board’s vision 18\nAcknowledgement 18\nThe Classification Board 19\nThe Board 19\nMembership of the Board 19\nCurrent Board members 20\nTemporary Board members 23\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- [Page 117]\nxednI\nsecidneppA\n3\ntraP\nmandatory minimum classification D\nwhere loot boxes and simulated\nDavy, Adam, 92, 93, 96\ngambling, 7, 15, 55\nDepartment of Home Affairs, 52\nM (Mature) classification, 35, 43, 45, 54,\nDepartment of Infrastructure,\n75–7, 102\nTransport, Regional Development,\nMA 15+, 43, 45, 54, 77–9, 102\nCommunications and the Arts\npaid loot boxes, 7, 15, 55\nadministrative arrangements, 4\nPG (Parental Guidance) classification,\nAnnual Report, 1\n35, 43, 45, 54, 74–5, 102\nEnterprise Agreement, 30\nR 18+, 43, 45, 54, 79–80, 102\nliaison with Boards, 4\nRC (Refused Classification), 43, 45, 54,\nstakeholder liaison, 4\n81, 102\nwebsite, 1, 5\nreview of consumer advice, 55\nDirector of Classification Board, 13, 18, 19\nsimulated gambling, 7, 15, 45, 55\nActing Deputy Director, 13, 19\ntitle changes, 40\nActing Director, 13, 19\nConditional Cultural Exemption\nconflict of interest, 30\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)`\n- [Page 13]\n7\nweivrevo\netaroproC\nThe Classification Review Board The Classification Branch in the department\nundertakes the following functions:\nThe Classification Review Board is an\n\u0017 processing applications for the\nindependent statutory body established to\nconsideration of the Boards\nreview decisions of the Classification Board,\n\u0017 providing policy and operational advice on\nupon application.\nclassification issues to the Commonwealth\nSee the Classification Review Board minister with classification responsibilities\nAnnual Report 2020–21 on page 70 for\n\u0017 providing secretariat services to the\nmore information on the Review Board.\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n- [Page 20]\nAnnual\nReports\n2021–22\nThe Role of the Classification Board\nThe Classification Board In addition to the Director’s powers in\nrelation to the Board, the Classification\nThe Board is an independent statutory Act and a number of Determinations made\nbody established under the Classification pursuant to the Act confer additional\nAct which comprises a Director, a Deputy functions and powers on the Director\nDirector and other members. which include:\nÎ approving forms for the purpose of the\nThe Board classifies films, computer games\nClassification Act\nand certain submittable publications (all of\nwhich are defined in the Classification Act). Î providing certificates and\nnotices of decisions, including\nevidentiary certificates\nThe Director\nÎ authorising industry assessors.\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nContents\nIntroduction 1\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 2\nCommonwealth 2\nStates and territories 3\nCorporate overview 4\nAdministrative arrangements 4\nRisk management 5\nWebsite 5\nExternal accountability 5\nFreedom of Information 6\nCategories of documents 6\nPrivacy 6\nReports by the Auditor‑General 7\nChanges to the National Classification Scheme 7\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 7\n1\nClassification Board Annual Report 2022–23 9\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 10\nDirector’s overview 11\nMembership of the Classification Board 16\nThe Classification Board 16\nMembership of the Board 16\nCurrent Board members 17\nTemporary Board members 20\nBoard members who left the Classification Board in 2022–23 24\nImproving classification decisions 25\nWork of the Classification Board 26\nOverview 26\nApplications for classification of films, computer games and certain publications 27\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n\n### Strategic Priorities\n\n- [Page 36]\nAnnual\nReports\n2021–22\nStatistics\nThere are statutory time limits Table 1: Number of Board decisions\nfor the making of classification\nNumber of\nType of classification decision decisions\ndecisions—20 days for standard\nFilm (public exhibition (theatrical)) 480\napplications and five days for\nFilm (sale/hire)—DVD/Blu‑ray/online 1,461\npriority applications.\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- Certificates were\nprovided within 24 hours of the statutory\nÎ The Classification Board made 2,195\ndeadline and applicants were refunded\nclassification decisions in 2022–23, a\ntheir priority application fee.\ndecrease from 2,479 in the previous year.\nÎ There was a decrease in computer\nÎ However, the number of public\ngames rated R 18+ and an increase in\nexhibition films continued its significant\ngames rated MA 15+.\nincrease—18% increase in this financial\nyear, on top of the 32% increase in the Statistics on the number of applications\nprior year.\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- Movie, 49–50\nS\nThe Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, 52\nThe Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners Chapter 2:\nScream VI, 56\nRetribution, 68–9\nself‑classification decisions, 28\nThird Storey Pictures Ltd, 83, 88\nClassification Board role, 12\ntime limits for decisions, 11, 12, 33\nclassification tools see approved\npriority processing fee, 12\nclassification tools\ntitle changes, 34\nserial publication decisions, 34, 37\nTo Love Ru Darkness Vol.\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- Movie, 49–50\nThe Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, 52\nThe Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners Chapter 2: Retribution, 68–9\nThird Storey Pictures Ltd, 83, 88\ntime limits for decisions, 11, 12, 33 priority processing fee, 12\ntitle changes, 34\nTo Love Ru Darkness Vol.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-review-board-annual-report-2022-2023)`\n- Board members who left the Classification Board in 2016–17\nLesley O'Brien\nDirector\nAPPOINTED 1 January 2013\nAPPOINTMENT EXPIRED 30 June 2017\nStatistics\nThere are statutory time limits for the making of classification decisions – 20 days for standard applications and five days for priority applications.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2016-17)`\n- Board members who left the Classification Board in 2015–2016\nMoya Glasson\nBoard member\nAPPOINTED 6 April 2009\nREAPPOINTED 6 April 2012\nRESIGNED 1 September 2015\nAmanda Apel\nBoard member\nAPPOINTED 3 April 2009\nREAPPOINTED 3 April 2012\nAPPOINTMENT EXPIRED 2 April 2015\nStatistics\nThere are statutory time limits for the making of classification decisions – 20 days for standard applications and five days for priority applications.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2015-16)`\n- Section 87 certificates— 2\nClassification Act\nNo decisions exceeded the statutory time\nConditional cultural exemptions 24\nlimit of 20 days for standard applications\n(section 6H—Classification Act)\nand five days for a priority application.\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- [Page 44]\nAnnual\nReports\n2023–24\nStatistics\nThere are statutory time frames for the making of classification\ndecisions - 20 days for standard applications and 5 days for\npriority applications.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)`\n- [Page 36]\nAnnual\nReports\n2024–25\nStatistics\nThere are statutory time frames for the making of classification\ndecisions – 20 days for standard applications and 5 days for\npriority applications.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- [Page 31]\n25\nscitsitatS\nStatistics\nThere are statutory time limits for the making Table 01: Board workload\nof classification decisions – 20 days for\nType of classification Number of\nstandard applications and five days for\ndecision decisions\npriority applications.\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n\n## KPIs, Targets, and Where They Are At\n\n- The program uses a risk‑based Figure 4: IARC Tool decisions\napproach to target particular content,\nR 18+ RC\nincluding first person shooter games, blood\nMA 15+ 2,294 139\nand gore and simulated gambling.\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- The program uses a risk-based PG 201,712\n114,909 51%\napproach to target particular content, 29%\nincluding first-person shooter games, blood\nand gore and simulated gambling.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Table 11: Tool decisions deemed to be decisions of the Board—comparison\nMeasure\n2021–22\n2020–21\nPercentage change\nIARC tool\n275,159\n250,983\n9.2% increase\nNetflix tool\n1,290\n1,300\n0.8% decrease\nThe IARC tool\nDuring the reporting period, the IARC tool made 275,159 decisions, which were published on the NCD, and 4,653 games were checked by staff of the Classification Branch who have been delegated authority to do so by the Director.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/research-and-publications/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2021-22)`\n- Table 1: Audit program results for Ratings only during the Evaluation Phase\nResult of assessments for rating only Number %\nSame Rating as the Classification Board 117 92\nOne Rating Higher than the Classification Board 5 4\nOne Rating Lower than the Classification Board 5 4\nTotal 127 100\nReport on the Pilot of the www.classification.gov.au\nNetflix Classification Tool www.communications.gov.au Page 9 of 18\nwww.arts.gov.au\n Source: `other-pdfs/report-on-pilot-of-netflix-classification-tool_0.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/2019-11/report-on-pilot-of-netflix-classification-tool_0.pdf)`\n- As a result of the disease, smoke‑like\nhumanoid spirits which emit a growling\nOut of the total of 310 commercial games\nsound are encountered in the environment\nclassified in 2022–23, 86 were classified PG.\nand chase the player character when they\nare within proximity.\nÎ The Knight Witch—Mild fantasy\nthemes, violence and coarse language:\na side‑scrolling adventure fantasy game\nin which the player controls Rayne, one\nof the Knight Witches, as she attempts to\ndefeat a series of opponents and defend\n62\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- [Page 13]\n11\nweivrevo\netaroproC\nReports by the As a result, the department engaged the\nAuditor-General Social Research Centre and Mettlesome\nto undertake a functional update of\nthe Guidelines for the Classification of\nThere were no reports issued by the\nPublications 2005, Guidelines for the\nAuditor-General on the operations of the\nClassification of Films 2012, and Guidelines\nBoards during the reporting period.\nfor the Classification of Computer\nGames 2023.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Table 02: Board workload – comparison\nMeasure 2020–21 2019–20 Percentage change\nOverall classification decisions 2,491 3,026 18 percent decrease\nPublic exhibition (theatrical) films 364 493 26 percent decrease*\nComputer games 280 316 11 percent decrease\nFilm – (sale/hire) DVD/Blu-ray/online 1,576 1,763 11 percent decrease\nFilm – (sale/hire) ACA scheme 73 148 51 percent decrease\nFilm – (sale/hire) ATSA scheme 181 283 36 percent decrease\nPublications/serial publication declarations 17 23 26 percent decrease\ncombined\nBoard audits of serial declarations 0 1 100 percent decrease\n* It is important to note that the ongoing response of the Australian, state and territory governments to the COVID-19\npandemic, resulting in the closure of cinemas across Australia for several months, caused an atypical decrease in the\nnumber of Public Exhibition films (PE films) classified over the reporting period.\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n- Table 03: Tool decisions deemed to be decisions of the Board – comparison\nMeasure 2020–21 2019–20 Percentage change\nIARC tool 250,983 226,713 11 percent increase\nNetflix tool 1,300 1,525 15 percent decrease\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n- Table 2: Board decisions—comparison\nMeasure 2021–22 2020–21 Percentage change\nOverall classification decisions 2,479 2,491 0.5% decrease\nPublic exhibition (theatrical) films 480 364 32% increase\nComputer games—excluding AACG 204 195 5% increase\nComputer games AACG scheme 94 85 11% increase\nFilm—(sale/hire) DVD/Blu‑ray/online 1,461 1,563 7% decrease\nFilm—(sale/hire) ACA scheme 94 73 29% increase\nFilm—(sale/hire) ATSA scheme 144 181 20% decrease\nPublications/serial publication declarations combined 0 5 100% decrease\nBoard audits of serial declarations 0 0 nil movement\n2020–2022 saw increased cinema closures full time Board members has resulted in a\ndue to the COVID‑19 pandemic. significant increase in the number of days\nworked by Temporary Board members.\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- 42,936\n16%\nPG\nTable 11: Tool decisions deemed to be\n18,217\ndecisions of the Board—comparison 7%\nPercentage\nG\nMeasure 2021–22 2020–21 change 206,663\n75%\nIARC tool 275,159 250,983 9.2%\nincrease\nNetflix tool 1,290 1,300 0.8%\ndecrease RC decisions totalled 56, which was less\nthan 0.1% of total decisions.\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- [pages 42,43,44,45]\nof the Board—comparison 7%\nPercentage\nG\nMeasure 2021–22 2020–21 change 206,663\n75%\nIARC tool 275,159 250,983 9.2%\nincrease\nNetflix tool 1,290 1,300 0.8%\ndecrease RC decisions totalled 56, which was less\nthan 0.1% of total decisions.\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- Table 02: Board workload – comparison\nMeasure\n2018–19\n2019–20\nPercentage change\nOverall classification decisions\n2,833\n3,026\n7 percent increase\nPublic exhibition (theatrical) films\n626\n493\n21 percent decrease*\nComputer games\n392\n316\n19 percent decrease\nFilm – (sale/hire) DVD/Blu-ray/Online\n1,257\n1,763\n40 percent increase\nFilm – (sale/hire) ACA scheme\n159\n148\n7 percent decrease\nFilm – (sale/hire) ATSA scheme\n357\n283\n21 percent decrease\nPublications/serial publication declarations combined\n29\n23\n21 percent decrease\nBoard audits of serial declarations\n0\n1\n100 percent increase\n*It is important to note that the response of the Australian, state and territory governments to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in the closure of cinemas across Australia for several months, caused an unusual decrease in the number of Public Exhibition (\nPE\n) films classified over the reporting period.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2019-20)`\n- Table 03: Tool decisions deemed to be decisions of the Board – comparison\nMeasure\n2018–19\n2019–20\nPercentage change\nIARC tool\n317,550\n226,713\n29 percent decrease\nNetflix tool\n1,923\n1,525\n21 percent decrease\nQuality decision making\nThe Classification Board employs a number of practices and procedures to ensure quality of decision making:\nregular internal meetings are held and emails dispatched to ensure issues on current standards are communicated, debated and discussed\nall draft classification decisions are reviewed by the Deputy Director to ensure consistency in standards and approaches to decision making\nthe new eLearning modules for films and computer games include contemporary examples of Board decisions and have replaced outmoded training material\ntwo professional development days are held each year attended by all members\nstandardised internal procedures for managing applications.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2019-20)`\n- Table 02: Board workload – comparison\nMeasure\n2017–18\n2018–19\nPercentage change\nOverall classification decisions\n3,156\n2,833\n10 percent decrease\nPublic exhibition (theatrical) films\n618\n626\n1 percent increase\nComputer games\n442\n392\n11 percent decrease\nFilm – (sale/hire) DVD/Blu-ray/Online\n1,325\n1,257\n5 percent decrease\nFilm – (sale/hire) ACA scheme\n180\n159\n12 percent decrease\nFilm – (sale/hire) ATSA scheme\n506\n357\n29 percent decrease\nPublications/serial publication declarations combined\n31\n29\n6 percent decrease\nBoard audits of serial declarations\n3\n0\n100 percent decrease\nPursuant to section 22CF, decisions made by an approved classification tool are taken, for the purposes of the classification Act, to be decisions of the Board.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2018-19)`\n\n## Key Metrics\n\n| Values found | Evidence | Source |\n|---|---|---|\n| $2,915,910, , $124,380 , $3,040,290 | The classification application\ncomputer games classification Tool.\nrevenue from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023\nInformation on the NCD incorporates\nwas $2,915,910, which is a decrease of\nclassification ratings and consumer\n$124,380 (4.1%) when compared with the\nadvice in the search results, including a\nprevious year, which totalled $3,040,290.\nclassification matrix which shows the level\nThe funding for the classification service of impact of material | `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)` |\n| $1,337,165 | Funding for classification services\nsupport to the Boards; is included within the department’s\nÎ delivering classification education and broader appropriation.\ntraining to industry participants and\nDuring the reporting period (1 July 2024 –\nAustralian Border Force officers; and\n30 June 2025), classification application\nÎ administering and monitoring industry\nrevenue totalled $1,337,165. | `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)` |\n| $2,740,085, , $662,595 , $3,402,680 | The classification\nmaintenance of appropriate\napplication revenue from 1 July 2020 to\n30 June 2021 is $2,740,085, which is a ethical standards\ndecrease of $662,595 (about 19.5%) compared\nwith the previous year, which totalled\n$3,402,680. | `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)` |\n| $3,040,290, , $300,205 , $2,740,085 | The\nclassification application revenue from 1 July\nThe Boards maintain effective liaison with\n2021 to 30 June 2022 is $3,040,290, which\nthe department through both formal and\nis an increase of $300,205 (about 11%) when\ninformal meetings and contacts.\ncompared with the previous year, which\ntotalled $2,740,085. | `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)` |\n| $2,315,375, | The classification\napplication revenue from 1 July 2023 to\n30 June 2024 was $2,315,375, which is\n4 | `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)` |\n| $600,535 , $2,915,910 | [Page 11]\nweivrevo\netaroproC\na decrease of $600,535 (20.6%) when The NCD also includes additional\ncompared with the previous year, which information for public exhibition and other\ntotalled $2,915,910. major films, and for computer games,\nincluding descriptions of the content of\nThe funding for the classification service\nthe material.\nis included in the appropriation for\nthe department. | `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)` |\n| $978,210 , $2,315,375 | This\nself-classification mechanisms,\nrepresented a decrease of $978,210 (42%)\nincluding approved classification tools,\ncompared to the previous year’s revenue\naccredited classifiers and broadcast\nof $2,315,375. | `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)` |\n| $2,315,375, , $600,535 , $2,915,910 | The classification application revenue from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024 was $2,315,375, which is a decrease of $600,535 (20.6%) when compared with the previous year, which totalled $2,915,910. | `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-review-board-annual-report-2023-2024)` |\n| $2,915,910\n, $124,380 , $3,040,290 | The classification application revenue from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023 was\n$2,915,910\n, which is a decrease of $124,380 (4.1%) when compared with the previous year, which totalled $3,040,290. | `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-review-board-annual-report-2022-2023)` |\n| $3,040,290\n, $300,205 , $2,740,085 | The classification application revenue from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022 is\n$3,040,290\n, which is an increase of $300,205 (about 11%) when compared with the previous year, which totalled $2,740,085. | `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/research-and-publications/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2021-22)` |\n| $2,740,085\n, $662,595 , $3,402,680 | The classification application revenue from 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021 is\n$2,740,085\n, which is a decrease of $662,595 (about 19.5%) compared with the previous year, which totalled $3,402,680. | `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/research-and-publications/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2020-21)` |\n| $3,402,680\n, $225,240 , $3,627,920 | The classification application revenue from 1 July 2019 to 30 June 2020 is\n$3,402,680\n, which is a decrease of $225,240 (about 6.2%) compared with the previous year which totalled $3,627,920. | `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2019-20)` |\n\n## Key Achievements\n\n- [Page 3]\ni\nContents\nIntroduction iv\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 1\nCommonwealth 1\nStates and territories 2\nOther functions 2\nCorporate overview 6\nLegislative governance structures 6\nAdministrative arrangements 7\nEstablishment and maintenance of appropriate ethical standards 8\nMembership 9\nFreedom of Information 9\nCategories of documents 9\nPrivacy 10\nReports by the Auditor-General 10\nChanges to the National Classification Scheme 10\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 10\nClassification Board Annual Report\n2020–21 11\nActing Director’s letter of transmittal 12\nDirector’s overview 13\nClassification Board profiles 18\nCurrent Board members 18\nBoard members who left the Classification Board in 2020–21 20\nTemporary Board members 21\nOther temporary Board members 24\nStatistics 25\nKey achievements 25\nComparison with last year’s workload 26\nQuality decision making 27\nPublications 27\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n- Film (public exhibition 364\n(theatrical))\nKey achievements Film (sale/hire) – DVD/Blu-ray/ 1,563\nonline\nFilm (sale/hire) – ACA 73\nThe Classification Board made 2,491\nclassification decisions in 2020–21, a Film (sale/hire) 181\ndecrease from 3,026 in the previous year.\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n- [pages 93,94,95]\nor schemes, 3, 29\nCategory 1 restricted classification\nassistance, 69\npublications, 27, 66, 81\nAuditor-General reports, 10\nCategory 2 restricted classification\nAustralian Border Force, 4\npublications, 27, 66–7, 81\nAustralian Border Force Counter Terrorism, 13\nCaught in Time, 42\nAustralian Christian Lobby, 69, 73\nThe Cave, 40\nAustralian Privacy Principles, 10\n‘Check the Classification’ (‘CTC’), 4\nAuthorised Assessor Computer Games Scheme\nChicken Police — Paint It Red!, 54\n(AACG), 3, 29, 30\nChivalry 2, 60\nAuthorised Television Series Assessor Scheme\nClancy, Margaret, 76, 78\n(ATSA), 3, 28, 29\nClassification (Advertising of Unclassified Films and\nAwoken, 45\nComputer Games Scheme) Determination 2009,\n4, 30\nClassification Board, 6\naccountability, 8\nachievements, 25\nadministrative arrangements, 7\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n- These determinations\nLora Pechovska\nare available on the Remuneration Tribunal\nMs Pechovska worked 125 days as a\nwebsite at www.remtribunal.gov.au.\ntemporary Board member during 2022–23\nand completed her maximum term of seven\nConflict of interest and\nyears in April 2023.\noutside employment\nJenny Burke\nThe Classification Act makes provision\nMs Burke worked 14 days as a temporary\nfor the disclosure of potential conflicts of\nBoard member during 2022–23 and\ninterest by members of the Board.\ncompleted her maximum term of seven\nyears on 16 August 2022.\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- Temporary Board members\ncompleted her maximum term of seven\nmay undertake other paid employment\nyears on 16 August 2022.\nelsewhere, and these Board members\nDamien Carr disclose such work to the Director who\nensures that there is no perceived or actual\nMr Carr worked 24 days as a temporary\nconflict of interest when temporary Board\nBoard member during 2022–23 and\nmembers are engaged to classify material.\ncompleted his maximum term of seven\nyears on 16 August 2022.\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- Temporary Board member\nMs Alexander was appointed on 1 August Conflict of interest, outside\n2022 and completed her work with the employment and Code of Conduct\nBoard on 2 August 2023, having not worked\nThe Classification Act makes provision\nany days in 2023-24.\nfor the disclosure of potential conflicts of\nAsma Wang interest by members of the Board.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)`\n- [pages 32,33,34,35]\nand completed her work with the employment and Code of Conduct\nBoard on 2 August 2023, having not worked\nThe Classification Act makes provision\nany days in 2023-24.\nfor the disclosure of potential conflicts of\nAsma Wang interest by members of the Board.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)`\n- Trent Bartfeld\nPart-time Board Member\nTrent was appointed on 23 March 2023 and\ncompleted his work with the Board on 1 May\n2025, having served 2 years and 1 month.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Denise Alexander\nTemporary Board member\nMs Alexander was appointed on 1 August 2022 and completed her work with the Board on 2 August 2023, having not worked any days in 2023-24.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-review-board-annual-report-2023-2024)`\n- Asma Wang\nTemporary Board member\nMs Wang was appointed on 23 March 2023 and completed her work with the Board on 22 March 2024 having worked 61 days in 2023-24.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-review-board-annual-report-2023-2024)`\n- Board members left the Classification Board in 2022–23\nEllenor Nixon\nBoard Member\nAPPOINTED: 1 June 2016\nAPPOINTMENT EXPIRED: 31 May 2023\nThomas Mann\nBoard Member\nAPPOINTED: 1 June 2016\nAPPOINTMENT EXPIRED: 31 May 2023\nFelix Hubble\nMr Hubble worked 132 days as a temporary Board member during 2022–23 and completed his maximum term of seven years in April 2023.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-review-board-annual-report-2022-2023)`\n- Key achievements\nThe Classification Board made 2,491 classification decisions in 2020–21, a decrease from 3,026 in the previous year.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/research-and-publications/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2020-21)`\n\n## Key Issues, Risks, and Recommendations\n\n- There are separate guidelines\nfor the classification of films, computer games, and publications which\nmay be viewed online at www.legislation.gov.au\nIndustry assessors Persons authorised by the Director to make recommendations to the\nClassification Board on the classification and consumer advice for the ACA\nScheme, the ATSA Scheme, the AACG Scheme and the Advertising Scheme\nNational Classification Scheme A co-operative Commonwealth, state and territory regulatory scheme\n(the Scheme) for classification of films, computer games and certain publications\nNational Classification Code (the A code that sets out how films, computer games and certain\nCode) publications are to be classified\nProhibited Exports Regulations Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (Cth); regulation 3\nrelates to the exportation of “objectionable goods” (including computer\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n- [Page 7]\nAustralian Classification August 2018\n2.2 Audit program\nTo investigate and assess the performance of the Tool, an audit program consisting of two phases was\nestablished:\n• Phase One—diagnostic phase (December 2016—October 2017)\n• Phase Two—evaluation phase (November 2017 to May 2018)\nTrained Departmental assessors were responsible for assessing the films and providing a\nrecommendation to the Board who then decided if the Tool’s classification decision aligned with the\nclassification decision of the Board for each title.\n Source: `other-pdfs/report-on-pilot-of-netflix-classification-tool_0.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/2019-11/report-on-pilot-of-netflix-classification-tool_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nContents\nIntroduction iv\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 1\nCommonwealth 1\nStates and territories 2\nCorporate overview 3\nAdministrative arrangements 3\nRisk management 4\nWebsite 4\nExternal accountability 4\nFreedom of Information 4\nCategories of documents 5\nPrivacy 5\nReports by the Auditor‑General 5\nChanges to the National Classification Scheme 5\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 5\n1\nClassification Board Annual Report 2021–22 7\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 8\nDirector’s overview 9\nThe Role of the Classification Board 14\nThe Classification Board 14\nThe Director 14\nMembership of the Board 15\nApplications for classification of films, computer games and certain publications 15\nOther functions of the Board 16\nClassification Board profiles 22\nCurrent Board members 22\nCurrent part‑time Board members 25\nBoard members who left the Classification Board in 2021–22 26\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- Aliens, 42 revocations, 30, 35\nThe Parapod: A Very British Ghost Story, 49 Richards, Raphael, 29\nPechovska, Lora, 12, 29 Rimworld, 66, 70, 77, 78, 82\nPG (Parental Guidance) classification risk management, 4\ncomputer games, 34, 57–60, 88 Rollerdrome, 60–1\nfilms, 32, 33, 41–5, 78, 88 Rowland, the Hon Michelle, 8, 12, 74\nPlunderer—Season One Part, 51 RRR: Rise, Roar, Revolt, 48\nPolice Simulator: Patrol Officers, 58 Rugby 22, 62\nPompeii: City of Sin, 50 Rune Factory 5, 60\nPrehistoric Planet, 42\nPrice, Peter, 78, 82, 83\nprivacy, 5\nPrivacy Act 1988 (Cth), 5\nPro Cycling Manager 2022, 56\npublications, 67\napplications for classification, 15–16, 34\nCategory 1 restricted, 14, 67, 68, 87\nCategory 2 restricted, 14, 67, 69, 87\nclassification of, 86–7\n98\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nContents\nIntroduction 1\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 2\nCommonwealth 2\nStates and territories 3\nCorporate overview 4\nAdministrative arrangements 4\nRisk management 5\nWebsite 5\nExternal accountability 5\nFreedom of Information 6\nCategories of documents 6\nPrivacy 6\nReports by the Auditor‑General 7\nChanges to the National Classification Scheme 7\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 7\n1\nClassification Board Annual Report 2022–23 9\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 10\nDirector’s overview 11\nMembership of the Classification Board 16\nThe Classification Board 16\nMembership of the Board 16\nCurrent Board members 17\nTemporary Board members 20\nBoard members who left the Classification Board in 2022–23 24\nImproving classification decisions 25\nWork of the Classification Board 26\nOverview 26\nApplications for classification of films, computer games and certain publications 27\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- The program uses a risk‑based Figure 4: IARC Tool decisions\napproach to target particular content,\nR 18+ RC\nincluding first person shooter games, blood\nMA 15+ 2,294 139\nand gore and simulated gambling.\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- There have been 3,538,402 page views by\n754,295 users across 1,168,177 sessions to\nthe Australian Classification website in the\nRisk management\nreporting year.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)`\n- There have been 337,417 page views by\nManagement of risk is undertaken in\n39,964 users across 105,644 sessions to the\naccordance with the department’s risk\nNCD website during the same period.\nmanagement framework and fraud control\nplan and procedures.\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\n1\nContents\nIntroduction 5\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 6\nCommonwealth 6\nStates and territories 7\nCorporate overview 8\nAdministrative arrangements 8\nFinancial management 8\nRisk management 9\nStakeholder engagement 9\nAustralian classification website 9\nExternal accountability 10\nFreedom of information 10\nCategories of documents 10\nPrivacy 10\nReports by the Auditor-General 11\nReform of the National Classification Scheme 11\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 11\nPart 1 - Classification Board Annual Report 2024-25 12\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 14\nDirector’s overview 15\nIntroduction 15\nEvolving role of the Board 16\nIndustry self-classification 16\nGambling-like content in video games 17\nFuture ways of working 18\nThe Board’s vision 18\nAcknowledgement 18\nThe Classification Board 19\nThe Board 19\nMembership of the Board 19\nCurrent Board members 20\nTemporary Board members 23\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- The program uses a risk-based PG 201,712\n114,909 51%\napproach to target particular content, 29%\nincluding first-person shooter games, blood\nand gore and simulated gambling.\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- [pages 94,95,96,97]\n, 29, 50, 51, 63\ndecisions, 6, 7, 73, 74, 79 loot boxes, 17, 42, 52\nDeputy Convenor, 71, 77 M (Mature) classification, 17, 31, 40, 42, 52,\nestablishment, 6, 71 60–1, 88\nexternal accountability, 10 MA 15+ classification, 40, 42, 52, 61–2, 88\nfinancial management, 8–9 mandatory minimum classification where\nfixed term appointments, 72 loot boxes and simulated gambling, 17, 42, 52\nfunctions, 6, 27, 71 PG (Parental Guidance) classification, 31, 40,\n42, 52, 58–9, 88\nindependence, 6\nR 18+ classification, 17, 40, 42, 52, 62–3, 88\njudicial decisions, 79\nrandom reward systems, 17\nliaison with Department, 8\nRC (Refused Classification), 40, 42, 52, 63, 88\nmeetings, 72, 79\nsimulated gambling, 17, 42, 52\nmember profiles, 76–8\ntitle changes, 36\nmembership, 6, 71, 72\nremuneration, 72\nrisk management, 9\n92\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- [Page 98]\n96\nAnnual\nReports\n2024–25\nR states and territories\nR 18+ classification, 33 classification legislation, 7\ncomputer games, 17, 40, 42, 52, 62–3, 88 statistics\nfilms, 38, 39, 41, 45, 50, 56–7, 89 Classification Board, 34–49\nIARC Tool, 42 Superboys Of Malegaon, 53\nNetflix Tool, 43\nRC (Refused Classification), 33 T\ncomputer games, 40, 42, 52, 63, 88 Tasmania, classification legislation, 7\nfilms, 38, 39, 41, 45, 50, 57, 73, 89 The Final Cut, 73\nIARC Tool, 42 The First Berserker: Khazan, 61\nNetflix Tool, 43 The Substance, 56\npublications, 63, 66, 89 Thomson, Steven, 14, 15–18, 20\nRestricted classifications see Category 1 time limits for decisions, 34, 74\nrestricted; Category 2 restricted\ntitle changes, 36\nrevenue, 8\nToll, David, 74, 78\nrevocation\ntraining of Accredited Classifiers, 27, 31\nadditional content assessor decisions, 41\nclassification tool decisions, 27, 30, 41, 42, 43,\nU\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- All You Can Eat\n, 49\nP\nPang Adventures\n, 49\nPaw Patrol\n, 36\nPechovska, Lora, 16, 22\nPenguin Bloom\n, 38\nPeninsula\n, 42\nPG (Parental Guidance) classification\ncomputer games, 29, 50–3, 82\nfilms, 28, 29, 37–9, 82\nPlay the Flute\n, 36\nPlaying with Sharks\n, 37\nPoker Club, 56\nPossessor\n, 45\nPrice, Peter, 74–5, 78\nPrisoners of the Ghostland\n, 42\nprivacy, 10\nPrivacy Act 1988\n, 9, 10\nPsycho Goreman\n, 42\npublications, 27, 28, 65–7\ncall ins, 31\nCategory 1 restricted, 27, 65, 66, 81\nCategory 2 restricted, 27, 65, 66–7, 81\nclassification of, 27, 80–1\ncomplaints, 68\ncovers and public display, 65\ndecisions, 26, 27, 66\nGuidelines, 1, 65\nM (Mature classification), 65\nmanga, 15\nRC (Refused Classification), 27, 65, 67, 80\nrevocation decisions, 28, 30\nserial classifications, 27, 67\nsubmittable, 65\nUnrestricted, 27, 65, 66, 81\nPVT Chat\n, 47\nQ\nQuo Vadis, Aida?\n, 40\nR\nR 18+ classification\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/research-and-publications/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2020-21)`\n- Table 1: Audit program results for Ratings only during the Evaluation Phase\nResult of assessments for rating only Number %\nSame Rating as the Classification Board 117 92\nOne Rating Higher than the Classification Board 5 4\nOne Rating Lower than the Classification Board 5 4\nTotal 127 100\nReport on the Pilot of the www.classification.gov.au\nNetflix Classification Tool www.communications.gov.au Page 9 of 18\nwww.arts.gov.au\n Source: `other-pdfs/report-on-pilot-of-netflix-classification-tool_0.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/2019-11/report-on-pilot-of-netflix-classification-tool_0.pdf)`\n\n## Corporate Values and Operating Culture\n\n- [pages 107,108,109]\n37, 39, 44, 61–2\nsection 87A time limits for decisions, 12 Games Guidelines, 2, 3, 6, 27, 69\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer M (Mature) classification, 29, 37, 39, 44, 64–6\nGames) Enforcement Act 1995 (Tas), 3 MA 15+, 37, 39, 44, 66–8\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer paid loot boxes, 7, 13, 45\nGames) Regulations 2005 (Cth), 5 PG (Parental Guidance) classification, 29, 37,\nClassification Review Board 39, 44, 62–4\naccountability, 5 R 18+, 37, 39, 44, 68–70\nadministrative arrangements, 4 RC (Refused Classification), 37, 39, 44, 70\ncategories of documents, 6 review of consumer advice, 45\ncollaboration with Classification Board, 13 simulated gambling, 7, 13, 39, 41, 45\ncomplaints, 89 title changes, 34\nconflicts of interest, 82 Conditional Cultural Exemption\n101\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nContents\nIntroduction iv\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 1\nCommonwealth 1\nStates and territories 2\nCorporate overview 3\nAdministrative arrangements 3\nRisk management 4\nWebsite 4\nExternal accountability 4\nFreedom of Information 4\nCategories of documents 5\nPrivacy 5\nReports by the Auditor‑General 5\nChanges to the National Classification Scheme 5\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 5\n1\nClassification Board Annual Report 2021–22 7\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 8\nDirector’s overview 9\nThe Role of the Classification Board 14\nThe Classification Board 14\nThe Director 14\nMembership of the Board 15\nApplications for classification of films, computer games and certain publications 15\nOther functions of the Board 16\nClassification Board profiles 22\nCurrent Board members 22\nCurrent part‑time Board members 25\nBoard members who left the Classification Board in 2021–22 26\n Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nContents\nIntroduction 1\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 2\nCommonwealth 2\nStates and territories 3\nCorporate overview 4\nAdministrative arrangements 4\nRisk management 5\nWebsite 5\nExternal accountability 5\nFreedom of Information 6\nCategories of documents 6\nPrivacy 6\nReports by the Auditor‑General 7\nChanges to the National Classification Scheme 7\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 7\n1\nClassification Board Annual Report 2022–23 9\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 10\nDirector’s overview 11\nMembership of the Classification Board 16\nThe Classification Board 16\nMembership of the Board 16\nCurrent Board members 17\nTemporary Board members 20\nBoard members who left the Classification Board in 2022–23 24\nImproving classification decisions 25\nWork of the Classification Board 26\nOverview 26\nApplications for classification of films, computer games and certain publications 27\n Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2022%E2%80%9323--january2024.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\n1\nContents\nIntroduction 5\nOverview of the National Classification Scheme 6\nCommonwealth 6\nStates and territories 7\nCorporate overview 8\nAdministrative arrangements 8\nFinancial management 8\nRisk management 9\nStakeholder engagement 9\nAustralian classification website 9\nExternal accountability 10\nFreedom of information 10\nCategories of documents 10\nPrivacy 10\nReports by the Auditor-General 11\nReform of the National Classification Scheme 11\nCommonwealth Ombudsman 11\nPart 1 - Classification Board Annual Report 2024-25 12\nDirector’s letter of transmittal 14\nDirector’s overview 15\nIntroduction 15\nEvolving role of the Board 16\nIndustry self-classification 16\nGambling-like content in video games 17\nFuture ways of working 18\nThe Board’s vision 18\nAcknowledgement 18\nThe Classification Board 19\nThe Board 19\nMembership of the Board 19\nCurrent Board members 20\nTemporary Board members 23\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- [pages 94,95,96,97]\n, 29, 50, 51, 63\ndecisions, 6, 7, 73, 74, 79 loot boxes, 17, 42, 52\nDeputy Convenor, 71, 77 M (Mature) classification, 17, 31, 40, 42, 52,\nestablishment, 6, 71 60–1, 88\nexternal accountability, 10 MA 15+ classification, 40, 42, 52, 61–2, 88\nfinancial management, 8–9 mandatory minimum classification where\nfixed term appointments, 72 loot boxes and simulated gambling, 17, 42, 52\nfunctions, 6, 27, 71 PG (Parental Guidance) classification, 31, 40,\n42, 52, 58–9, 88\nindependence, 6\nR 18+ classification, 17, 40, 42, 52, 62–3, 88\njudicial decisions, 79\nrandom reward systems, 17\nliaison with Department, 8\nRC (Refused Classification), 40, 42, 52, 63, 88\nmeetings, 72, 79\nsimulated gambling, 17, 42, 52\nmember profiles, 76–8\ntitle changes, 36\nmembership, 6, 71, 72\nremuneration, 72\nrisk management, 9\n92\n Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)`\n- Votes of thanks and acknowledgements\nThe Board wishes to express its sincere appreciation of the support and professionalism of Mr Tony Frazer, who resigned after in excess of 20 years of service, 13 years of which were spent as a highly competent and reliable staff assessor of films to the Board.\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html (http://www.classification.gov.au/about-us/corporate-reporting/annual-reports/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2017-18)`\n- [Page 15]\n9\nweivrevo\netaroproC\nExternal accountability Freedom of Information\nThe Boards work within an accountability\nIn accordance with section 8 of the\nframework which includes parliamentary\nFreedom of Information Act 1982 (the FOI\nscrutiny, the Crimes Act 1914, the Freedom of\nAct), this section of the report contains\nInformation Act 1982, the Privacy Act 1988 and\ninformation about FOI procedures and access\nthe Ombudsman Act 1976.\nto documents.\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n- [Page 33]\n27\nscitsitatS Quality decision making As indicated in Figure 1, 40 percent of single\nissue publications classified were Category 1\nrestricted and 60 percent were Refused\nThe Classification Board employs a number of\nClassification (RC).\npractices and procedures to ensure quality of\ndecision making:\nFigure 01: Publication\n\u0017 regular internal meetings are held and\nclassification decisions\nemails dispatched to ensure issues on\ncurrent standards are communicated,\ndebated and discussed Category 1\nRestricted\n\u0017 all draft classification decisions are 2\n40%\nreviewed by the Deputy Director to ensure\nconsistency in standards and approaches\nRC\nto decision making 3\n60%\n\u0017 the new eLearning modules for films and\ncomputer games include contemporary\nexamples of Board decisions and have\nreplaced outmoded training material\n\u0017 two professional development days are\nTable 05: Commercial publications\n Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)`\n\n## Global Ideas and Case Study Inputs\n\n_No global-intelligence source text found yet. 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other-pdfs - https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/2019-10/classification-netflix-classification-tool-approval-2016.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/report-on-pilot-of-netflix-classification-tool_0.pdf` - other-pdfs - https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/2019-11/report-on-pilot-of-netflix-classification-tool_0.pdf\n\n## Gaps To Fix\n\n- No corporate plan text source found.\n- No global comparison/case-study sources found.", "legislation_md": "# Classification Review Board - Acts and Legislation Discovery\n\n**Generated at**: 2026-05-09T21:16:07.094061+00:00\n**Entity ID**: B-000622\n**Jurisdiction**: Commonwealth\n**Portfolio**: Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, \n\nCommunications, Sport and the Arts\n\n> This is an evidence-based discovery list from scraped department material. A mention does not always mean the department administers the legislation; high-confidence and official register links should be reviewed.\n\n## Summary\n\n- Source files scanned: 40\n- Unique legislation references found: 76\n\n| Type | Count |\n|---|---:|\n| Act | 42 |\n| Determination | 14 |\n| Instrument | 2 |\n| Regulation | 15 |\n| Rules | 2 |\n| Standard | 1 |\n\n## Legislation References\n\n### Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 69\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Classification+%28Publications%2C+Films+and+Computer+Games%29+Act+1995\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__11.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- ve scheme established and maintained between the Commonwealth and state and territory governments under the Intergovernmental Agreement on Censorship 1995.\nCommonwealth\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth)\nThe Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth) (the Classification Act) provides for a National Classification Code (the Code), Classification Guidelines for films, computer games and publications (the Guidelines), and establishes the Classification Board (the Board) and the Classification Review Bo\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- e reporting period.\nClassification Board Annual Report 2023–24\nDirector’s letter of transmittal\nThe Hon Michelle Rowland MP\nMinister for Communications\nParliament House\nCANBERRA ACT 2600\nDear Minister\nIn accordance with subsection 67(1) of the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995, I am pleased to submit a report on the management of the administrative affairs of the Board for the period 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024.\nYours sincerely,\nTristan Sharp\nActing Director\n27 September 2024\nLevel 6, 23–33 Mary Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010\nTelepho\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- sify content as well as complaints about unclassified content.\nConvenor’s letter of transmittal\nThe Hon Michelle Rowland MP\nMinister for Communications\nParliament House\nCANBERRA ACT 2600\nDear Minister\nIn accordance with subsection 85(1) of the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995, I am pleased to submit a report on the management of the administrative affairs of the Classification Review Board for the period 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024.\nYours sincerely,\nSusan Bush\nConvenor\n27 September 2024\nLevel 6, 23–33 Mary Street, Surry Hills NSW\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- quality decision making, 27\ntime limits for, 38\nClassification Guidelines, 2, 3, 7, 31\nsee also by name\nclassifiable elements in, 13, 53\ncommunity standards, to align with, 7\nclassification markings, 54\nClassification portal for applicants, 14\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth), 2\nsection 9A exemptions, 31\nsection 11 matters to be taken into account, 31\nsection 87 certificates, 40, 52\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Amendment (Industry Self-Classification and Other Measures) Amendment Act 2024 (Amendmen\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- s a co-operative scheme established and maintained by agreement between the Commonwealth and all state and territory governments in Australia. The Intergovernmental Agreement on Censorship, which was executed in 1995, underpins the Scheme.\nThe Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth) (the\nClassification Act\n), provides for a National Classification Code (the\nCode\n) and Classification Guidelines for films, computer games and publications (the\nGuidelines\n). The Classification Board (the\nBoard\n) makes decisions about films, computer ga\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n\n### Freedom of Information Act 1982\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 40\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Freedom+of+Information+Act+1982\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- r.\nThere have been 337,417 page views by 39,964 users across 105,644 sessions to the\nNCD\nwebsite during the same period.\nExternal accountability\nThe Boards work within an accountability framework which includes parliamentary scrutiny, the Crimes Act 1914, the Freedom of Information Act 1982, the Privacy Act 1988 (Privacy Act) and the Ombudsman Act 1976.\nFreedom of information\nIn accordance with section 8 of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (the FOI Act), this section of the report contains information about FOI procedures and access to docume\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- work within an accountability framework which includes parliamentary scrutiny, the Crimes Act 1914, the Freedom of Information Act 1982, the Privacy Act 1988 (Privacy Act) and the Ombudsman Act 1976.\nFreedom of information\nIn accordance with section 8 of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (the FOI Act), this section of the report contains information about FOI procedures and access to documents.\nTwenty-nine applications were received for access to the Board or Review Board documents under the FOI Act during the reporting period.\nApplicants see\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- , 54, 59–61, 102\npublic exhibition classification, 39, 40, 41\nR 18+, 41, 42, 54, 69–71, 101\nRC (Refused Classification), 41, 42, 71, 101\nsale/hire classification, 39, 42\ntitle changes, 40\ntrailers, 34\nX 18+, 71, 101\nFowler, Jen, 16\nfreedom of information, 5–6\nFreedom of Information Act 1982, 5\nfunding, 4–5\nFuriosa: A Mad Max Saga, 68\nG\nG (General) classification\nclassifiable elements for films, 56\ncomputer games, 43, 45, 54, 72–4, 102\nfilms, 41, 42, 54, 56–9, 102\nIARC Tool, 45\nNetflix Tool, 46\nSpherex Tool, 47\nGaami, 64\nGender Queer: A Memoir, 9\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- ssification decisions for submittable publications.\nThere have been 969,312 visits to the website in the reporting year.\nExternal accountability\nThe Boards work within an accountability framework which includes parliamentary scrutiny, the Crimes Act 1914, the Freedom of Information Act 1982, the Privacy Act 1988 and the Ombudsman Act 1976.\nFreedom of Information\nIn accordance with section 8 of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (the\nFOI Act\n), this section of the report contains information about FOI procedures and access to documents.\nThirty-f\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- ity\nThe Boards work within an accountability framework which includes parliamentary scrutiny, the Crimes Act 1914, the Freedom of Information Act 1982, the Privacy Act 1988 and the Ombudsman Act 1976.\nFreedom of Information\nIn accordance with section 8 of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (the\nFOI Act\n), this section of the report contains information about FOI procedures and access to documents.\nThirty-four applications were received for access to Classification Board or Review Board documents under the FOI Act during the reporting period.\nAp\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n\n### Broadcasting Services Act 1992\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 34\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Broadcasting+Services+Act+1992\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__11.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- UHD and Blu-ray).\nThe broadcaster’s decision can only be used if the film or TV series:\nis rated R 18+ or lower\nhas not been classified under the Classification Act and\nhas not been modified post-classification.\nIf the PCP is not an entity licensed under the Broadcasting Services Act 1992 or the Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983 or the Special Broadcasting Service Act 1991, the classification takes effect at the time the PCP provides notice to the department. The decision will then be published on the NCD.\nThe Classification Act con\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- he Director which include:\napproving forms for the purpose of the Classification Act\nproviding certificates and notices of decisions, including evidentiary certificates\nauthorising industry assessors.\nFurther, pursuant to sub-clause 18(2) of Schedule 7 of the\nBroadcasting Services Act 1992\n(the\nBSA\n), the Director must approve the training for Trained Content Assessors (\nTCAs\n), whose role is to provide advice to a Commercial Content Service on the classification of content that has not been classified by the Board. The training for TCAs needs\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- ulation 3(3) of the Prohibited Exports Regulations to grant requests for permission to import goods to which the Prohibited Imports Regulations apply, or to export goods to which the Prohibited Exports Regulations apply.\nOnline content\nUnder Schedule 7 of the\nBroadcasting Services Act 1992\n(the\nBSA\n), the Classification Board classifies internet content on application from the Office of the eSafety Commissioner. If the Office of the eSafety Commissioner receives a valid complaint about Australian hosted online content, or discovers potential pr\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- aul Season 5\n, 42\nBeyond Magenta Transgender Teens Speak Out\n, 68\nBickerstaff, Alison, 13–17, 18\nBill and Ted Face the Music\n, 37\nBiomutant\n, 54\nBlade & Soul\n, 54\nBlood Bowl III\n, 54\nThe Boys Season 2\n, 46\nBrazen Hussies\n, 41\nBreaking News in Yuba County\n, 42\nBroadcasting Services Act 1992\n, 5, 6, 34\nBronze Age Mindset\n, 66\nBurke, Jenny, 16, 21\nBus Simulator\n21, 49\nBush, Susan, 75–6, 78\nC\ncall ins, 31\nCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold War\n, 57\nThe Camp of Saints\n, 66\nCapcom Arcade Stadium\n, 54\nCarr, Damien, 17, 22\nCarrion\n, 57\nThe Catch: Carp & Coar\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- ulation 3(3) of the Prohibited Exports Regulations to grant requests for permission to import goods to which the Prohibited Imports Regulations apply, or to export goods to which the Prohibited Exports Regulations apply.\nOnline content\nUnder Schedule 7 of the\nBroadcasting Services Act 1992\n(the\nBSA\n), the Classification Board classifies internet content on application from the Office of the eSafety Commissioner. If the Office of the eSafety Commissioner receives a valid complaint about Australian hosted online content, or discovers potential pr\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n\n### Classification (Advertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme) Determination 2009\n\n**Type**: Determination\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 27\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Classification+%28Advertising+of+Unclassified+Films+and+Computer+Games+Scheme%29+Determination+2009\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__11.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- d Computer Games Scheme\nThe Advertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme (the Advertising Scheme) allows for the advertising of unclassified films and computer games under certain conditions. The conditions are prescribed in the Classification (Advertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme) Determination 2009 (the 2009 Determination).\nThe primary condition is that advertising for unclassified films and computer games must display the message “Check the Classification” (or “CTC” in its shortened form).\nFor certain forms of advertising, once a film or computer game\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- ation’ (‘CTC’)\nmessage, 34\nChilas, Evalena, 13, 17, 25\nCitadel Colour Masterclass, 59\nCivil War, 66–7\nClass 1, 37\nClass 2, 37\nclassifiable elements in the Guidelines,\n13, 53\ncomputer games, 53, 72, 74, 75\nfilms, 53, 54, 59, 61\npublications, 53\nClassification (Advertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme) Determination 2009, 37\nClassification Board\naccountability, 5, 30–1\n‘action research’, 11\nadministrative arrangements, 4\nannual performance statement, 30\nannual report, 30\nappointments, 18\nbenchmarks, 14–15\nBoard composition, 13\ncategories of documents, 16\nchanges, 12\nClassific\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- e of Interest, 63–4\nThere’s Something in the Barn, 63\ntime limits for decisions, 38\ntitle changes, 40\nToll, David, 92, 94, 96\nTrain Sim World 3, 72\nTransformers: Earthspark Expedition, 74\nU\nunclassified material\nadvertising assessments, 40, 44\nClassification (Advertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games\nScheme) Determination 2009, 36\nexemptions to show, 35, 52\nUnrestricted classification\npublications, 82–3\nV\nVictorian Police, 52\nviolence, 57\nW\nWalker, Stephen, 13, 17, 25\nWang, Asma, 13, 26\nWar Hospital, 74\nwebsite, 1, 5\nwellbeing, 26\nWestern Australia Police, 52\nWinnie the Pooh: Blood\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- Computer Games Scheme\nThe Advertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme (\nthe Advertising Scheme\n) allows for the advertising of unclassified films and computer games under certain conditions. The conditions are prescribed in the Classification (Advertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme) Determination 2009 (the\n2009 Determination\n).\nThe primary condition is that advertising for unclassified films and computer games must display the message “Check the Classification” (or “CTC” in its shortened form).\nFor certain forms of advertising, once a film or computer game\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- sification’ (‘CTC’) message, 19–20\nThe Children in the Pictures, 77, 82\nChristmas on the Farm, 43\nChuck Steel: Night of the Trampires, 51\nCitadel Colour Masterclass, 40\nClancy, Margaret, 81, 83\nClass 1, 21\nClass 2, 21\nClassification\nreform, 12\nClassification (Advertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme) Determination 2009, 19, 20, 35\nClassification Board, iv, 10\naccountability, 3–4\nadministrative arrangements, 3\nchanges, 13\nCode of Conduct, 12\ncomplaints, 70–1\nconflict of interest, 15\ncorrespondence, 70–1\ndecisions, 1, 10, 18, 30, 39–54\nDeputy Director, 10, 12, 13, 14, 23\ndeve\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n\n### Administrative Decisions (Judicial Review) Act 1977\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 23\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Administrative+Decisions+%28Judicial+Review%29+Act+1977\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- 0\nDamien Power\n1\nDavid Toll\n1\nComplaints\nDuring the period, there were no complaints received by the Review Board.\nJudicial decisions\nAspects of a Review Board decision can be reviewed, on application, by the Federal Court under the Administrative Decisions (Judicial Review) Act 1977 (Cth).\nIn the reporting period, one application for review of the Review Board’s decision of\nGender Queer: A Memoir\nwas lodged with the Federal Court.\nAppendix A: National Classification Code\nNational Classification Code\nClassification decisions are to give e\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- n of decisions, 33, 50\nAccredited Classifiers Scheme, 14, 32–33\nonline classification training, 14, 27, 32–33, 39\nAdditional Content Assessor (ACA) Scheme, 35, 39, 40\nAdministrative Appeals Tribunal, 30\nadministrative arrangements, 4\nAdministrative Decisions (Judicial Review) Act 1977 (Cth), 97\nadvertising approvals, 44\nadvertising assessments, 40, 44\nAdvertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme, 37\nAlexander, Denise, 17, 26\nAlliance Against Islamophobia, 91, 96\napproved classification tools, 2, 13, 15, 32\nBoard check report\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- the computer game RimWorld, which was classified R 18+ 'High impact themes and drug use' upon review in April 2022.\nJudicial decisions\nAspects of a Review Board decision can be reviewed, on application, by the Federal Court under the Administrative Decisions (Judicial Review) Act 1977 (Cth).\nIn the reporting period, no application for review of the Review Board's decisions was lodged with the Federal Court.\nAppendices\nAppendix A: National Classification Code\nNational Classification Code\nClassification decisions are to give effect, as far a\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- e adult to the extent that the publication should not be sold or displayed as an unrestricted publication\nPart 3\nAppendices\nIndex\nA\nA Man Called Otto, 76\nAdditional Content Assessor (ACA) Scheme, 29, 36\nadministrative arrangements, 4\nAdministrative Decisions (Judicial Review) Act 1977 (Cth), 89\nadvertising approvals, 37\nadvertising assessments, 34, 38\nAdvertising of Unclassified films and Computer Games Scheme, 31, 38\nAharen San Wa Hakarenai, 55 Alexander, Denise, 15, 20\nAll Roads Lead to Rome, 47\napproved classification tools, 5, 12, 28 a\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- ainants expressed concern regarding the RC rating and felt it should be available to the Australian public to play.\nJudicial decisions\nAspects of a Review Board decision can be reviewed, on application, by the Federal Court under the Administrative Decisions (Judicial Review) Act 1977 (Cth).\nIn the reporting period, no application for review of the Review Board’s decisions was lodged with the Federal Court.\nAppendices\nAppendix A: National Classification Code\nNational Classification Code\nClassification decisions are to give effect, as far a\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n\n### Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Regulations 2005\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 21\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Classification+%28Publications%2C+Films+and+Computer+Games%29+Regulations+2005\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__11.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- information about classification issues.\nThe Review Board also provides information about its decisions on request.\nFinancial management\nClassification is carried out largely on a cost-recovery basis with fees for classification set out in the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Regulations 2005 (the Regulations). Fees for the review of a decision are based on partial cost-recovery. The classification application revenue from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024 was $2,315,375, which is a decrease of $600,535 (20.6%) when compared with the previous year, whic\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- ter Games) Amendment (Industry Self-Classification and Other Measures) Amendment Act 2024 (Amendment Act), 7\nClassification Board review and workshops on, 15\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Enforcement Act 1995 (Tas), 3\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Regulations 2005 (Cth), 4\nClassification Review Board\naccountability, 5\nadministrative arrangements, 4\ncategories of documents, 6\ncomplaints, 97\nconflicts of interest, 91\nConvenor, 88, 89, 91–2\ndecisions, 2, 3, 91, 96\nDeputy Convenor, 85, 86\nestablishment, 2, 89\nexternal acco\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- n classification issues.\nThe Review Board provides information to interested parties.\nFinancial management, accountability and reporting\nClassification is carried out largely on a cost recovery basis with fees for classification set out in the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Regulations 2005 (the\n2005 Regulations\n). Fees for the review of a decision are based on partial cost-recovery to enable access to reviews of a classification decision, while discouraging vexatious or frivolous applicants. The classification application revenue from 1 July 20\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- omputer Games) Act 1995 (Cth), 1–2, 8\nsection 11, 16\nsection 87 certificates, 30, 38\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (NT), 2\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Enforcement Act 1995 (Tas), 2\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Regulations 2005, 3, 5\nClassification Review Board, iv, 75\naccountability, 3\nadministrative arrangements, 3\ncategories of documents, 5\ncomplaints, 83\nconflict of interest, 76\nConvenor, 75, 77–9\ndecisions, 5, 75, 82\nDeputy Convenor, 75, 78\nestablishment, 1, 75\nexternal account\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- n classification issues.\nThe Review Board provides information to interested parties.\nFinancial management, accountability and reporting\nClassification is carried out largely on a cost recovery basis with fees for classification set out in the\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Regulations 2005\n(the\n2005 Regulations\n). Fees for the review of a decision are based on partial cost-recovery to enable access to reviews of a classification decision, while discouraging vexatious or frivolous applicants. The classification application revenue from 1 July 20\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n\n### Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 21\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Customs+%28Prohibited+Imports%29+Regulations+1956\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- plication, the operation of provisions relating to conditional cultural exemptions.\nThe Director and Deputy Director of the Board are authorised to grant permission to import or export prohibited or potentially prohibited goods in accordance with the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (the Prohibited Imports Regulations) and Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (the Prohibited Exports Regulations).\nAccountability\nWhile acknowledging the independence of its decision-making, it is expected that as a Commonwealth statutory authority,\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- plication, the operation of provisions relating to conditional cultural exemptions.\nThe Director and Deputy Director of the Board are authorised to grant permission to import or export prohibited or potentially prohibited goods in accordance with the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (the Prohibited Imports Regulations) and Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (the Prohibited Exports Regulations).\nApplications for classification of films, computer games and certain publications\nThe Classification Act requires that, subject to the\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- ations likely to be classified Category 1—restricted, Category 2—restricted and RC.\nThe Director and Deputy Director of the Board are authorised to grant permission to import or export prohibited or potentially prohibited goods in accordance with the\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n(the\nProhibited Imports Regulations\n) and\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n(the\nProhibited Exports Regulations\n).\nMembership of the Board\nAppointments to the Board are made by the Governor-General, following a recommendation by the Minister. Befo\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- , 37\nConvenor of the Classification Review Board, 75\nletter of transmittal, 74\ncorrespondence, 70–1\nCOVID-19\ncinema closures, 31\noperational measures, 10, 11\nCrimes Act 1914 (Cth), 4\nCruella, 41–2\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958, 15, 20\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956, 14–15, 20\nD\nDavy, Adam, 78, 80, 83\nDC League of Super Pets, 57\nDeathsmiles I & II, 66\nDepartment of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications, iv\nadministrative arrangements, 3\nAnnual Report, iv\nliaison with Boards, 3\nwebsite, 4\nDiab\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- assessor's authorisation, and to prohibit a distributor from advertising their unclassified products for up to three years, in certain circumstances (Part 4 Sanctions of the 2009 Determination).\nPermission to import or export objectionable goods\nThe\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n(the\nProhibited Imports Regulations\n) prescribe classes of goods that must not be imported into Australia. The\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n(the\nProhibited Exports Regulations\n) prescribe classes of goods that must not be exported from Austra\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n\n### Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 19\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Customs+%28Prohibited+Exports%29+Regulations+1958\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- Director and Deputy Director of the Board are authorised to grant permission to import or export prohibited or potentially prohibited goods in accordance with the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (the Prohibited Imports Regulations) and Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (the Prohibited Exports Regulations).\nAccountability\nWhile acknowledging the independence of its decision-making, it is expected that as a Commonwealth statutory authority, the Board is accountable and operates in a manner that effectively and efficiently ser\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- Director and Deputy Director of the Board are authorised to grant permission to import or export prohibited or potentially prohibited goods in accordance with the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (the Prohibited Imports Regulations) and Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (the Prohibited Exports Regulations).\nApplications for classification of films, computer games and certain publications\nThe Classification Act requires that, subject to the exemption set out in section 9A, publications, films and computer games are to be clas\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- Director and Deputy Director of the Board are authorised to grant permission to import or export prohibited or potentially prohibited goods in accordance with the\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n(the\nProhibited Imports Regulations\n) and\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n(the\nProhibited Exports Regulations\n).\nMembership of the Board\nAppointments to the Board are made by the Governor-General, following a recommendation by the Minister. Before making a recommendation, the Classification Act requires that the Minister consult wi\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- 37\nConditional Cultural Exemption Rules (CCE), 16, 30, 37\nConvenor of the Classification Review Board, 75\nletter of transmittal, 74\ncorrespondence, 70–1\nCOVID-19\ncinema closures, 31\noperational measures, 10, 11\nCrimes Act 1914 (Cth), 4\nCruella, 41–2\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958, 15, 20\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956, 14–15, 20\nD\nDavy, Adam, 78, 80, 83\nDC League of Super Pets, 57\nDeathsmiles I & II, 66\nDepartment of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications, iv\nadministrative arrangements, 3\nAn\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- Sanctions of the 2009 Determination).\nPermission to import or export objectionable goods\nThe\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n(the\nProhibited Imports Regulations\n) prescribe classes of goods that must not be imported into Australia. The\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n(the\nProhibited Exports Regulations\n) prescribe classes of goods that must not be exported from Australia.\nThe Australian Border Force can detain or seize any material that may contravene regulation 4A of the Prohibited Imports Regulations or regulation 3 of\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n\n### Classification Act Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 15\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Classification+Act+Classification+%28Publications%2C+Films+and+Computer+Games%29+Act+1995\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__11.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- r game are: themes; violence (including sexual violence); sex; (coarse) language; drug use and nudity. In publications, ‘themes’ are referred to as ‘adult themes’ and the remaining five elements are also applied and assessed\nClassification Act\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth)\nClassification Board\nStatutory body established under the Classification Act. The Classification Board classifies computer games, films and certain publications\nClassification Board member\nA statutory appointee to the Classification Board established un\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- game are: themes; violence (including sexual violence); sex; (coarse) language; drug use; and nudity. In publications, ‘themes’ are referred to as ‘adult themes’ and the remaining five elements are also applied and assessed\nClassification Act\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth)\nClassification Board\nStatutory body established under the Classification Act. The Classification Board classifies computer games, films and certain publications\nClassification Board member\nA statutory appointee to the Classification Board established un\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- er game are: themes; violence (including sexual violence); sex; coarse language; drug use; and nudity. In publications, 'themes' are referred to as 'adult themes' and the remaining five elements are also applied and assessed\nClassification Act\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995\n(Cth)\nClassification Board\nStatutory body established under the Classification Act. The Classification Board classifies computer games, films and certain publications\nClassification Board member\nA statutory appointee to the Classification Board established un\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- er game are: themes; violence (including sexual violence); sex; coarse language; drug use; and nudity. In publications, ‘themes’ are referred to as ‘adult themes’ and the remaining five elements are also applied and assessed\nClassification Act\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995\n(Cth)\nClassification Board\nStatutory body established under the Classification Act. The Classification Board classifies computer games, films and certain publications\nClassification Board member\nA statutory appointee to the Classification Board established un\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- or territory. The Director of the Classification Board may also call in a film or computer game if he/she has reasonable grounds to believe it is not exempt and that it is being published in an Australian state or territory\nClassification Act\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth)\nClassification Board\nStatutory body established under the Classification Act. The Classification Board classifies computer games, films and certain publications\nClassification Board member\nA statutory appointee to the Classification Board established un\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n\n### Computer Games Scheme APS Australian Public Service ATSA Scheme Authorised Television Series Assessor Scheme BSA Broadcasting Services Act 1992\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 15\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Computer+Games+Scheme+APS+Australian+Public+Service+ATSA+Scheme+Authorised+Television+Series+Assessor+Scheme+BSA+Broadcasting+Services+Act+1992\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- ilms and computer games (games) rated G to R 18+ instead of: applying to the Classification Board.\nAACG Scheme\nAuthorised Assessor Scheme for Computer Games\nACA Scheme\nAdditional Content Assessor Scheme\nAdvertising Scheme\nAdvertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme\nAPS\nAustralian Public Service\nATSA Scheme\nAuthorised Television Series Assessor Scheme\nBSA\nBroadcasting Services Act 1992 (Cth)\nCall-in\nThe Director of the Classification Board may call in a publication if they have reasonable grounds to believe it is a submittable publication and that it is being published in an Australian state or territory. The Director of the Classification\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- Page(s)\nAttribution\n11, 14–15, 17–22\nPenny Clay Photography\nGlossary\nTerm/abbreviation\nExplanation\nAACG Scheme\nAuthorised Assessor Scheme for Computer Games\nACA Scheme\nAdditional Content Assessor Scheme\nAdvertising Scheme\nAdvertising of Unclassified films and Computer Games Scheme\nAPS\nAustralian Public Service\nATSA Scheme\nAuthorised Television Series Assessor Scheme\nBSA\nBroadcasting Services Act 1992 (Cth)\nCall-in\nThe Director of the Classification Board may call in a publication if they have reasonable grounds to believe it is a submittable publication and that it is being published in an Australian state or territory. The Director of the Classification\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- rt 2021–22:\nPage(s)\nAttribution\n9–29\nPenny Clay Photography\nGlossary\nTerm/abbreviation\nExplanation\nAACG Scheme\nAuthorised Assessor Scheme for Computer Games\nACA Scheme\nAdditional Content Assessor Scheme\nAdvertising Scheme\nAdvertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme\nAPS\nAustralian Public Service\nATSA Scheme\nAuthorised Television Series Assessor Scheme\nBSA\nBroadcasting Services Act 1992 (Cth)\nCall-in\nThe Director of the Classification Board may call in a publication if they have reasonable grounds to believe it is a submittable publication and that it is being published in an Australian state or territory. The Director of the Classification\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- nt Evil Village\n© 2021 Capcom Co. Ltd. All Rights Reserved.\nGlossary\nTerm/abbreviation\nExplanation\nAACG Scheme\nAuthorised Assessor Scheme for Computer Games\nACA Scheme\nAdditional Content Assessor Scheme\nAdvertising Scheme\nAdvertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme\nAPS\nAustralian Public Service\nATSA Scheme\nAuthorised Television Series Assessor Scheme\nBSA\nBroadcasting Services Act 1992\n(Cth)\nCall in\nThe Director of the Classification Board may call in a publication if they have reasonable grounds to believe it is a submittable publication and that it is being published in an Australian state or territory. The Director of the Classification\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- tainment LLC. Created and Developed by Naughty Dog LLC.\nGlossary\nTerm/abbreviation\nExplanation\nAACG Scheme\nAuthorised Assessor Scheme for Computer Games\nACA Scheme\nAdditional Content Assessor Scheme\nAdvertising Scheme\nThe Advertising of Unclassified Films and Computer Games Scheme\nAPS\nAustralian Public Service\nATSA Scheme\nAuthorised Television Series Assessor Scheme\nBSA\nBroadcasting Services Act 1992\n(Cth)\nCall in\nThe Director of the Classification Board may call in a publication if he/she has reasonable grounds to believe it is a submittable publication and that it is being published in an Australian state or territory. The Director of the Classification\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n\n### Markings and Consumer Advice) Determination 2014\n\n**Type**: Determination\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 15\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Markings+and+Consumer+Advice%29+Determination+2014\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- rd who is the operational manager of that Board and who may exercise some of the Director’s powers in the Director’s absence\nDetermined markings\nClassification symbols and descriptions as set out in the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) (Markings and Consumer Advice) Determination 2014\nDirector\nFull-time member of the Classification Board responsible for the management of the Classification Board\neSafety Commissioner\nThe Office of the eSafety Commissioner is committed to empowering all Australians to have safer, more positive experiences on\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- rd who is the operational manager of that Board and who may exercise some of the Director's powers in the Director's absence\nDetermined markings\nClassification symbols and descriptions as set out in the Classification (Publications, films and Computer Games) (Markings and Consumer Advice) Determination 2014\nDirector\nFull-time member of the Classification Board responsible for the management of the Classification Board\neSafety Commissioner\nThe Office of the eSafety Commissioner is committed to empowering all Australians to have safer, more positive experiences on\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- o is the operational manager of that Board and who may exercise some of the Director’s powers in the Director’s absence\nDetermined markings\nClassification symbols and descriptions and, as set out in the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) (Markings and Consumer Advice) Determination 2014\nDirector\nFull-time member of the Classification Board responsible for the management of the Classification Board\neSafety Commissioner\nThe Office of the eSafety Commissioner is committed to empowering all Australians to have safer, more positive experiences on\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- o is the operational manager of that Board and who may exercise some of the Director's powers in the Director's absence\nDetermined markings\nClassification symbols and descriptions and, as set out in the\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) (Markings and Consumer Advice) Determination 2014\nDirector\nFull-time member of the Classification Board responsible for the management of the Classification Board\neSafety Commissioner\nThe Office of the eSafety Commissioner is committed to empowering all Australians to have safer, more positive experiences on\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- o is the operational manager of that Board and who may exercise some of the Director’s powers in the Director’s absence\nDetermined markings\nClassification symbols and descriptions and, as set out in the\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) (Markings and Consumer Advice) Determination 2014\nDirector\nFull-time member of the Classification Board responsible for the management of the Classification Board\neSafety Commissioner\nThe Office of the eSafety Commissioner is committed to empowering all Australians to have safer, more positive experiences on\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n\n### Prohibited Exports Regulations Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 14\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Prohibited+Exports+Regulations+Customs+%28Prohibited+Exports%29+Regulations+1958\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- classification\nA form approved by the Secretary of the department for a post-classification publisher to provide notice of the classification details of a film for the purposes of section 6HA of the Classification Act.\nProhibited Exports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of ‘objectionable goods’ (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (Cth); regula\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- regulatory scheme for classification of films, computer games and certain publications\nNational Classification Code (the Code)\nA code that sets out how films, computer games and certain publications are to be classified\nProhibited Exports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of 'objectionable goods' (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (Cth); regula\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- regulatory scheme for classification of films, computer games and certain publications\nNational Classification Code (the Code)\nA code that sets out how films, computer games and certain publications are to be classified\nProhibited Exports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of ‘objectionable goods’ (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (Cth); regula\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- regulatory scheme for classification of films, computer games and certain publications\nNational Classification Code (the Code)\nA code that sets out how films, computer games and certain publications are to be classified\nProhibited Exports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n(Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of 'objectionable goods' (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n(Cth); regula\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- regulatory scheme for classification of films, computer games and certain publications\nNational Classification Code (the Code)\nA code that sets out how films, computer games and certain publications are to be classified\nProhibited Exports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n(Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of “objectionable goods” (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n(Cth); regula\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n\n### Prohibited Imports Regulations Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 14\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Prohibited+Imports+Regulations+Customs+%28Prohibited+Imports%29+Regulations+1956\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__08.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__09.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__10.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- ions\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of ‘objectionable goods’ (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (Cth); regulation 4A relates to the importation of ‘objectionable goods’ (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nComputer games classifications\nClassification\nAdvisory/Restricted\nImpact Level\nG\nGeneral\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- ions\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of 'objectionable goods' (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (Cth); regulation 4A relates to the importation of 'objectionable goods' (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nComputer games classifications\nClassification\nAdvisory/Restricted\nImpact Level\nG\nGeneral\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- ions\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of ‘objectionable goods’ (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (Cth); regulation 4A relates to the importation of ‘objectionable goods’ (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nComputer games classifications\nClassification\nAdvisory/Restricted\nImpact Level\nG\nGeneral\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- ions\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n(Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of 'objectionable goods' (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n(Cth); regulation 4A relates to the importation of 'objectionable goods' (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nPublications classifications\nUnrestricted\nUnrestricted\nCategory 1 restricted\nNot availabl\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- ions\nCustoms (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958\n(Cth); regulation 3 relates to the exportation of “objectionable goods” (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nProhibited Imports Regulations\nCustoms (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956\n(Cth); regulation 4A relates to the importation of “objectionable goods” (including computer games, computer generated images, films, interactive games and publications)\nPublications classifications\nUnrestricted\nCategory 1 restricted\nCategory 2 restricted\nRC\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n\n### Computer Games) Act 1995\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 13\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Computer+Games%29+Act+1995\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- scheme established and maintained by agreement between the Commonwealth and state and territory governments. The Intergovernmental Agreement on Censorship, which was executed in 1995, underpins the Scheme.\nCommonwealth\nClassification (Publications, films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth)\nThe Classification (Publications, films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth) (the\nClassification Act\n) provides for a National Classification Code (the\nCode\n), Classification Guidelines for films, computer games and publications (the\nGuidelines\n), and est\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- d state and territory governments. The Intergovernmental Agreement on Censorship, which was executed in 1995, underpins the Scheme.\nCommonwealth\nClassification (Publications, films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth)\nThe Classification (Publications, films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth) (the\nClassification Act\n) provides for a National Classification Code (the\nCode\n), Classification Guidelines for films, computer games and publications (the\nGuidelines\n), and establishes the Classification Board and the Classification Review Board (coll\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- he Commonwealth Ombudsman in the reporting period.\nClassification Board\nThe Hon Michelle Rowland MP\nMinister for Communications\nParliament House\nCANBERRA ACT 2600\nDear Minister\nIn accordance with subsection 67(1) of the Classification (Publications, films and Computer Games) Act 1995, I am pleased to submit a report on the management of the administrative affairs of the Classification Board for the period 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023.\nYours sincerely\nFiona Jolly\nDirector\n28 September 2023\nLevel 6, 23–33 Mary Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- from classification.\nClassification Review Board Annual Report 2022–23\nThe Hon Michelle Rowland MP\nMinister for Communications\nParliament House\nCANBERRA ACT 2600\nDear Minister\nIn accordance with subsection 85(1) of the Classification (Publications, films and Computer Games) Act 1995, I am pleased to submit a report on the management of the administrative affairs of the Classification Review Board for the period 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023.\nYours sincerely\nSusan Bush\nConvenor\n28 September 2023\nLevel 6, 23–33 Mary Street, Surry Hills, NSW,\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n- nce (including sexual violence); sex; (coarse) language; drug use; and nudity. In publications, 'themes' are referred to as 'adult themes' and the remaining five elements are also applied and assessed\nClassification Act\nClassification (Publications, films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth)\nClassification Board\nStatutory body established under the Classification Act.\nThe Classification Board classifies computer games, films and certain publications\nClassification Board member\nA statutory appointee to the Classification Board established un\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html`\n\n### Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 8\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Australian+Broadcasting+Corporation+Act+1983\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `other-pdfs/abc_1.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- ecision can only be used if the film or TV series:\nis rated R 18+ or lower\nhas not been classified under the Classification Act and\nhas not been modified post-classification.\nIf the PCP is not an entity licensed under the Broadcasting Services Act 1992 or the Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983 or the Special Broadcasting Service Act 1991, the classification takes effect at the time the PCP provides notice to the department. The decision will then be published on the NCD.\nThe Classification Act considers a broadcast television notice of classificati\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- ssification.\nsubmitted which were published onto the\nNCD (excluding those decisions under If the PCP is not an entity licensed under\nembargo). Of these 162 decisions, 148 were the Broadcasting Services Act 1992 or the\nfor films and 14 were for computer games. Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act\n1983 or the Special Broadcasting Service\nThe Classification Act considers decisions Act 1991, the classification takes effect at\nmade by an accredited classifier to be a the time the PCP provides notice to the\nclassification decision in its own right and departmen\n Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- r\nappearances at Senate Estimates hearings, questions on notice, detailed reporting in its annual report and\nappearances before Parliamentary committees. ABC financial and governance arrangements are subject to audit by\nthe Australian National Audit Office.\n1 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 8(1)(b).\n1\n\n[page 3]\nThe ABC Act empowers the Minister to direct the ABC to broadcast matters deemed to be in the national interest,\nsubject to Parliament being informed of the particulars and reason for such a direction.2 Otherwise the Corporation\nis ‘not\n Source: `other-pdfs/abc_1.pages.jsonl`\n- be appropriate in an arts\ndocumentary, but would likely be inappropriate in a program intended for young children. Factors to be taken into\naccount include the artistic or educational merit of the production, the purpose of a sequence, the tone, the camera\n2 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 78.\n3 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 6(2)(a)(ii).\n4 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 8(1)(e).\n5 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 6(1)(a)(i).\n6 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 8(1)(e).\n7 ABC. ‘A\n Source: `other-pdfs/abc_1.pages.jsonl`\n- ly be inappropriate in a program intended for young children. Factors to be taken into\naccount include the artistic or educational merit of the production, the purpose of a sequence, the tone, the camera\n2 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 78.\n3 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 6(2)(a)(ii).\n4 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 8(1)(e).\n5 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 6(1)(a)(i).\n6 Australian Broadcasting Corporation Act 1983, s 8(1)(e).\n7 ABC. ‘Associated Standard on TV Program Classification’, http\n Source: `other-pdfs/abc_1.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Enforcement Act 1995\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 8\n**Register search**: https://www.legislation.gov.au/search?query=Classification+%28Publications%2C+Films+and+Computer+Games%29+Enforcement+Act+1995\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html`\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- o prescribe penalties for classification offences that can be enforced by police or law enforcement bodies.\nTasmania has reserved the power to reclassify publications, films and computer games already classified by the Board under s 41A of the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Enforcement Act 1995 (Tas).\nCorporate overview\nAdministrative arrangements\nThe department is responsible for the financial management of the operations of the Boards.\nThe department’s Classification Branch undertakes the following functions:\nprocessing applications\nproviding poli\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- ount, 31\nsection 87 certificates, 40, 52\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Amendment (Industry Self-Classification and Other Measures) Amendment Act 2024 (Amendment Act), 7\nClassification Board review and workshops on, 15\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Enforcement Act 1995 (Tas), 3\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Regulations 2005 (Cth), 4\nClassification Review Board\naccountability, 5\nadministrative arrangements, 4\ncategories of documents, 6\ncomplaints, 97\nconflicts of interest, 91\nConvenor, 88, 89, 91–2\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html`\n- rthern Territory and Tasmania have reserved the power to re-classify publications, films and computer games already classified by the Classification Board: the Classification of Publications, Films and Computer Games Act 1995 (NT) s 16 and the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Enforcement Act 1995 (Tas) s 41A.\nCorporate overview\nAdministrative arrangements\nThe Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (the department) is responsible for the financial management of the operations of the Boards.\nThe Classi\n Source: `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html`\n- cation Guidelines, 1, 2, 16 see also by name\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth), 1–2, 8\nsection 11, 16\nsection 87 certificates, 30, 38\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (NT), 2\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Enforcement Act 1995 (Tas), 2\nClassification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Regulations 2005, 3, 5\nClassification Review Board, iv, 75\naccountability, 3\nadministrative arrangements, 3\ncategories of documents, 5\ncomplaints\n\n_…truncated, open the .md file for the full content._", "global_initiatives_md": null, "strategy": { "reporting_period": "2024-25", "corporate_plan_period": "2025-26", "vision": "The Classification Board’s vision centres around supporting a modernised classification scheme and adapting the standards we use to ensure we keep pace with a rapidly changing media landscape. [AR p.18]", "vision_source_page": 18, "purposes": "Australia’s classification system is about empowering individuals and families to make informed decisions about what entertainment is right for them. [AR p.15]", "purposes_source_page": 15, "how_we_deliver": "The Board works to uphold several core principles: enabling adults to choose what material they want to consume; giving families information to help protect minors from material likely to harm or disturb them; protecting the community from potentially offensive unsolicited material; responding to community concerns about depictions that condone or incite violence, particularly sexual violence, and the portrayal of persons in a demeaning manner. [AR p.15]", "how_we_deliver_source_page": 15, "government_priorities": [ { "text": "Industry self-classification", "source_page": 16 }, { "text": "Gambling-like content in video games", "source_page": 17 } ], "outcomes": [ { "name": "Outcome 1: Classification of films, computer games and publications", "description": "The Board classifies films, computer games and certain publications in accordance with the National Classification Code and the Classification Guidelines. The Board provides advice to tool owners to help them align their tool programming to Australian community standards. The Board practices quality assurance on decisions made by industry and maintains oversight across all classification decisions.", "key_activities": [ "Classifying films, computer games and publications", "Providing advice to tool owners", "Quality assurance on industry decisions" ], "source_page": 27 } ], "values": [ "Empowering individuals and families", "Protecting minors", "Protecting the community", "Responding to community concerns" ], "values_framework_name": null, "kpi_targets_2025_26": [ { "code": "CCE01", "measure": "Number of classification decisions", "target": "To increase the number of classification decisions by 20% compared to 2024-25", "source_page": null } ], "kpi_results_2024_25": [ { "code": "CCE01", "measure": "Number of classification decisions", "result": "Total number of classification decisions increased by 161% compared to 2023-24", "status": "Achieved", "source_page": 35 } ], "_source_urls": { "annual_report_url": "https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf", "corporate_plan_url": "" } }, "ideas": [ { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Risk & Assurance", "scale": "small", "title": "Recommendation tracker for audits, reviews, and inquiries", "idea": "Publish a single internal tracker for audit/review recommendations, owners, due dates, and implementation evidence.", "quote": "[Page 13]\n11\nweivrevo\netaroproC\nReports by the As a result, the department engaged the\nAuditor-General Social Research Centre and Mettlesome\nto undertake a functional update of\nthe Guidelines for the Classification of\nThere were no reports issued by the\nPublications 2005, Guidelines for the\nAuditor-General on the operations of the\nClassification of Films 2012, and Guidelines\nBoards during the reporting period.\nfor the Classification of Computer\nGames 2023.", "impact": "High", "effort": "Low", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "Executives / assurance teams", "source": "annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Pick one high-volume process or document family.", "Name an owner and baseline current volume, time, cost, and satisfaction.", "Run a 4-8 week pilot with clear before/after metrics.", "Publish lessons and decide whether to scale." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability", "Regulatory capture", "Over-automation of judgement" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Risk & Assurance", "scale": "large", "title": "Integrated assurance and lessons-learned system", "idea": "Create an assurance system that connects audit findings, risk registers, delivery reviews, and investment decisions.", "quote": "[Page 13]\n11\nweivrevo\netaroproC\nReports by the As a result, the department engaged the\nAuditor-General Social Research Centre and Mettlesome\nto undertake a functional update of\nthe Guidelines for the Classification of\nThere were no reports issued by the\nPublications 2005, Guidelines for the\nAuditor-General on the operations of the\nClassification of Films 2012, and Guidelines\nBoards during the reporting period.\nfor the Classification of Computer\nGames 2023.", "impact": "Very High", "effort": "High", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "Executives / assurance teams", "source": "annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2024-25.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Create a senior responsible owner and cross-functional delivery team.", "Map legislation, data, privacy, procurement, cyber, and workforce constraints.", "Co-design with users and frontline staff before technology selection.", "Stage delivery through pilots, benefits tracking, and public reporting." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability", "Regulatory capture", "Over-automation of judgement" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Case Processing", "scale": "small", "title": "Triage queue for stuck or ageing cases", "idea": "Use existing case data to flag ageing, duplicate, incomplete, or high-risk cases for earlier intervention.", "quote": "[Page 5]\niii\nTables\nTable 01: Board workload 25\nTable 02: Board workload – comparison 26\nTable 03: Tool decisions deemed to be decisions of the Board – comparison 26\nTable 04: Commercial (single issue) publications decisions by classification 27\nTable 05: Commercial publications applications Refused Classification (RC) by reason 27\nTable 06: Decisions on commercial films classified for public exhibition 28\nTable 07: Decisions on commercial films classified for sale/hire 29\nTable 08: Commercial computer games decisions by classification 29\nTable 09: Commercial computer game applications Refused Classification (RC) by reason 30\nTable 10: Advertising assessments for films 30\nTable 11: Advertising assessments for computer games 30\nTable 12: IARC tool decisions by classification 32\nTable 13: Netflix tool decisions by classification 32\nTable 14: Enforcement application decisions by agency 33", "impact": "High", "effort": "Low", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "Applicants / case officers", "source": "annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Pick one high-volume process or document family.", "Name an owner and baseline current volume, time, cost, and satisfaction.", "Run a 4-8 week pilot with clear before/after metrics.", "Publish lessons and decide whether to scale." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Case Processing", "scale": "large", "title": "End-to-end case processing redesign", "idea": "Redesign the case pathway around risk-based triage, reusable evidence, and automated eligibility checks.", "quote": "[Page 5]\niii\nTables\nTable 01: Board workload 25\nTable 02: Board workload – comparison 26\nTable 03: Tool decisions deemed to be decisions of the Board – comparison 26\nTable 04: Commercial (single issue) publications decisions by classification 27\nTable 05: Commercial publications applications Refused Classification (RC) by reason 27\nTable 06: Decisions on commercial films classified for public exhibition 28\nTable 07: Decisions on commercial films classified for sale/hire 29\nTable 08: Commercial computer games decisions by classification 29\nTable 09: Commercial computer game applications Refused Classification (RC) by reason 30\nTable 10: Advertising assessments for films 30\nTable 11: Advertising assessments for computer games 30\nTable 12: IARC tool decisions by classification 32\nTable 13: Netflix tool decisions by classification 32\nTable 14: Enforcement application decisions by agency 33", "impact": "Very High", "effort": "High", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "Applicants / case officers", "source": "annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2021.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Create a senior responsible owner and cross-functional delivery team.", "Map legislation, data, privacy, procurement, cyber, and workforce constraints.", "Co-design with users and frontline staff before technology selection.", "Stage delivery through pilots, benefits tracking, and public reporting." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Data & Performance", "scale": "small", "title": "KPI evidence register with named owners", "idea": "Create a simple register mapping each KPI to source data, owner, frequency, target, and last result.", "quote": "Computer Games) Amendment (Industry\nSelf-Classification and Other Measures) In mid-2024, public and key stakeholder\nAmendment Act 2024 (Amendment Act) consultation was undertaken in three\ncommenced on 14 March 2024, amending key areas:\nthe Classification Act to:\nÎ clarifying the scope and purpose of the\nÎ expand options for industry to self- Scheme, including the types of content\nclassify content, including films and that should be subject to classification\ncomputer games, using either in-house Î ensuring the Guidelines continue to be\nor third-party classifiers who have aligned with, and responsive to, evolving\nbeen trained and accredited by the community standards, expectations and\nAustralian Government evidence\nÎ extend the Board’s powers Î establishing fit-for-purpose governance\nto quality assure industry and regulatory arrangements", "impact": "High", "effort": "Low", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "Executives / Parliament / public", "source": "annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Pick one high-volume process or document family.", "Name an owner and baseline current volume, time, cost, and satisfaction.", "Run a 4-8 week pilot with clear before/after metrics.", "Publish lessons and decide whether to scale." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Data & Performance", "scale": "large", "title": "Outcome dashboard linking budget, delivery, and public impact", "idea": "Build a public-facing outcome dashboard showing spend, outputs, outcomes, and delivery confidence.", "quote": "Computer Games) Amendment (Industry\nSelf-Classification and Other Measures) In mid-2024, public and key stakeholder\nAmendment Act 2024 (Amendment Act) consultation was undertaken in three\ncommenced on 14 March 2024, amending key areas:\nthe Classification Act to:\nÎ clarifying the scope and purpose of the\nÎ expand options for industry to self- Scheme, including the types of content\nclassify content, including films and that should be subject to classification\ncomputer games, using either in-house Î ensuring the Guidelines continue to be\nor third-party classifiers who have aligned with, and responsive to, evolving\nbeen trained and accredited by the community standards, expectations and\nAustralian Government evidence\nÎ extend the Board’s powers Î establishing fit-for-purpose governance\nto quality assure industry and regulatory arrangements", "impact": "Very High", "effort": "High", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "Executives / Parliament / public", "source": "annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Create a senior responsible owner and cross-functional delivery team.", "Map legislation, data, privacy, procurement, cyber, and workforce constraints.", "Co-design with users and frontline staff before technology selection.", "Stage delivery through pilots, benefits tracking, and public reporting." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Staff Productivity", "scale": "small", "title": "Reusable briefing and summary assistant for internal documents", "idea": "Create controlled templates for summarising reports, submissions, minutes, and ministerial briefs.", "quote": "The conditions are prescribed\nthe computer game to departmental staff in the Classification (Advertising of\nwho have received training from the Board Unclassified Films and Computer Games\nunder section 59(2) of the Act.", "impact": "High", "effort": "Low", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "APS staff / executives", "source": "annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Pick one high-volume process or document family.", "Name an owner and baseline current volume, time, cost, and satisfaction.", "Run a 4-8 week pilot with clear before/after metrics.", "Publish lessons and decide whether to scale." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability", "Sensitive information leakage", "Inconsistent quality of generated drafts" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Staff Productivity", "scale": "large", "title": "Department-wide knowledge and briefing platform", "idea": "Build a secure knowledge platform that lets staff search, summarise, and cite approved departmental material.", "quote": "The conditions are prescribed\nthe computer game to departmental staff in the Classification (Advertising of\nwho have received training from the Board Unclassified Films and Computer Games\nunder section 59(2) of the Act.", "impact": "Very High", "effort": "High", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "APS staff / executives", "source": "annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-annual-report-2022.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Create a senior responsible owner and cross-functional delivery team.", "Map legislation, data, privacy, procurement, cyber, and workforce constraints.", "Co-design with users and frontline staff before technology selection.", "Stage delivery through pilots, benefits tracking, and public reporting." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability", "Sensitive information leakage", "Inconsistent quality of generated drafts" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Citizen Participation", "scale": "small", "title": "Consultation feedback summaries with response tracking", "idea": "Summarise consultation submissions by theme and publish what changed in response.", "quote": "Computer Games) Amendment (Industry\nSelf-Classification and Other Measures) In mid-2024, public and key stakeholder\nAmendment Act 2024 (Amendment Act) consultation was undertaken in three\ncommenced on 14 March 2024, amending key areas:\nthe Classification Act to:\nÎ clarifying the scope and purpose of the\nÎ expand options for industry to self- Scheme, including the types of content\nclassify content, including films and that should be subject to classification\ncomputer games, using either in-house Î ensuring the Guidelines continue to be\nor third-party classifiers who have aligned with, and responsive to, evolving\nbeen trained and accredited by the community standards, expectations and\nAustralian Government evidence\nÎ extend the Board’s powers Î establishing fit-for-purpose governance\nto quality assure industry and regulatory arrangements", "impact": "High", "effort": "Low", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "Citizens / stakeholders / policy teams", "source": "annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Pick one high-volume process or document family.", "Name an owner and baseline current volume, time, cost, and satisfaction.", "Run a 4-8 week pilot with clear before/after metrics.", "Publish lessons and decide whether to scale." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability", "Digital exclusion", "Low public trust if feedback is not acted on" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Citizen Participation", "scale": "large", "title": "Always-on policy participation platform", "idea": "Create a standing participation platform where citizens and stakeholders can propose, vote, and track ideas.", "quote": "Computer Games) Amendment (Industry\nSelf-Classification and Other Measures) In mid-2024, public and key stakeholder\nAmendment Act 2024 (Amendment Act) consultation was undertaken in three\ncommenced on 14 March 2024, amending key areas:\nthe Classification Act to:\nÎ clarifying the scope and purpose of the\nÎ expand options for industry to self- Scheme, including the types of content\nclassify content, including films and that should be subject to classification\ncomputer games, using either in-house Î ensuring the Guidelines continue to be\nor third-party classifiers who have aligned with, and responsive to, evolving\nbeen trained and accredited by the community standards, expectations and\nAustralian Government evidence\nÎ extend the Board’s powers Î establishing fit-for-purpose governance\nto quality assure industry and regulatory arrangements", "impact": "Very High", "effort": "High", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "Citizens / stakeholders / policy teams", "source": "annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.classification.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/classification-board-and-classification-review-board-annual-reports-2023-24.pdf)", "implementation": [ "Create a senior responsible owner and cross-functional delivery team.", "Map legislation, data, privacy, procurement, cyber, and workforce constraints.", "Co-design with users and frontline staff before technology selection.", "Stage delivery through pilots, benefits tracking, and public reporting." ], "risks": [ "Privacy and data quality", "Change fatigue", "Unclear accountability", "Digital exclusion", "Low public trust if feedback is not acted on" ] }, { "entity_id": "B-000622", "entity_name": "Classification Review Board", "folder_name": "Classification-Review-Board", "category": "Regulation & Policy", "scale": "small", "title": "Regulatory burden scan for forms, guidance, and reporting", "idea": "Identify the top 10 highest-friction reporting obligations and simplify guidance, forms, or evidence requirements.", "quote": "There are separate guidelines\nfor the classification of films, computer games, and publications which\nmay be viewed online at www.legislation.gov.au\nIndustry assessors Persons authorised by the Director to make recommendations to the\nClassification Board on the classification and consumer advice for the ACA\nScheme, the ATSA Scheme, the AACG Scheme and the Advertising Scheme\nNational Classification Scheme A co-operative Commonwealth, state and territory regulatory scheme\n(the Scheme) for classification of films, computer games and certain publications\nNational Classification Code (the A code that sets out how films, computer games and certain\nCode) publications are to be classified\nProhibited Exports Regulations Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (Cth); regulation 3\nrelates to the exportation of “objectionable goods” (including computer", "impact": "High", "effort": "Low", "proof": "Evidence-backed", "beneficiaries": "Regulated entities / policy teams", 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