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Gladiator II classified MA 15+

A three-member panel of the Classification Review Board has unanimously determined that the film, Gladiator II, is classified MA 15+
News

New Director of the Classification Board appointed

The Albanese Government has appointed Mr Steven Thomson as Director of the Classification Board for a 2-year term. Ms Hellen Perko has also been re-appointed as a full-time member of the Board for a further 2 years.

New classifications for gambling-like content in video games

From 22 September 2024, the Australian Government has introduced new classifications to video games that contain gambling like content.

Reappointments to the Classification Review Board

The Albanese Government has reappointed the Convenor, Deputy Convenor and four members of the Classification Review Board until 5 December 2025.

Minister approves new Amazon Classification Tool

On 5 September 2024, the Minister for Communications approved the Amazon Classification Tool (Tool) for use in Australia.
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