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Attorney-General's Department

Australian government department, 1901-

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Dec 2, 2025
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When do Australia's online ID verification rules take effect and what are the penalties for noncompliance?

Australia’s new rules requiring platforms to take “reasonable steps” to prevent under‑16s from having social media accounts take effect on 10 December 2025 under the Social Media Minimum Age rules (th...

Nov 25, 2025
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What are the penalties for online hate speech and vilification under Australian law?

Australia’s approach to online hate speech and vilification mixes civil remedies, state criminal offences and recent federal tightening: maximum criminal penalties range from fines and short prison te...

Dec 13, 2025

What documents and data will Australians need to verify identity online under the new rules?

Australians will need standard government identity documents — typically a combination of at least two items such as a current Australian passport, a state/territory driver licence, Medicare card or b...

Dec 4, 2025

Do small businesses or charities qualify for exemptions from online ID verification in Australia?

Small businesses and charities are not explicitly listed in the immediate social-media age-verification rules, and the government has said Australians cannot be forced to use government ID (including ...