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Broadcasting (Repeal of Advertising Restrictions) Amendment Bill
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This bill repeals section 81 of the Broadcasting Act 1989 to remove the restriction on broadcast television advertising on Sunday and Anzac Day mornings, and television and radio broadcast advertising on Christmas Day, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday.MP in charge
Hon Paul Goldsmith
Bill No.111-1
54Parliament
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Assented on 15 Oct 2025
Act: Broadcasting (Repeal of Advertising Restrictions) Amendment Act 2025
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The Governor-General formally signs the bill into law.
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