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Australia ranks 19 th in the world censorship ranking (Rsf.org 2018). This reveals the fact that the Australian media tends to censor a lesser amount of media that is circulated w.However, the development of censorship laws and the censoring practice in Australia should not be understood as a continuing process towards liberalization. On the contrary, it must be seen as a wavy movement with 1972 as a concluding point. Since then, many other issues apart from mere book censorship have arisen.Australia's censorship system is often the subject of controversy. In recent years there has been debate over the classification of films such as Hannibal, Lolita and Romance, as well as the proposal to replace the 'X' category with 'NVE' (non-violent erotica) and the introduction of Internet censorship.
Censorship can be done by the legislature and private group of people. Censorship by the government is unlawful. There are numerous strict rules and laws regarding censorship in the American constitution. For instance, the government can take a stand on anyone who is opposing on federal funding or anything related to federal office.The censorship of internet can decrease internet violence and protect people’s personal security. In Australia or even the whole world, internet bullying and violence has become a serous issue. There are many suicide cases caused by internet bullying. The internet users are anonymous and the information spread fast on the internet.
Internet censorship is a controversial topic in Australia, and in the world at large. The Australian government has made a proposal concerning the need to filter some of the websites from the public through the Australian internet filter. In censoring the internet, the Australian government will block pages upon finding it unacceptable.
