Govt shuts off open debate
The Gillard/Conroy connection has closed off debate on internet censorship by releasing, under FOI, an secret industry consultation document with more than 90% blacked out. The reason for the blackout: fear of "premature unnecessary debate". Read more, watch the video » ...
Gillard backs Conroy on internet filter
Prime Minister Julia Gillard is reportedly backing Senator Stephen Conroy's plans for the mandatory internet filter in Australia. The IT community had hoped for a change of thinking under a new PM. Read more »...
Is the Internet Filter Australia's Berlin Wall?
...that's the title of an article by Gavin Heaton, running on WikiLeaks. Though six months old, it features a host of references that might provide useful background. Read article »...
Govt plans more control over internet use
A parliamentary committee wants centralised, national control of cyber crime data, and mandatory reporting by ISPs of the security status of their customers' computers. Read more»...
Rudd to 'park' filter plans before election
The Greens believe that the Rudd Government will shelve the 'toxic' plan to introduce a mandatory internet filter in the lead-up to a federal election this year. The proposal, which has alienated young Australians particularly, is a sure vote-loser for Labor, observers say. Read more »...
