Media & publishing compliance in Tasmania
Federal + Tas-specific compliance obligations for media & publishing businesses operating in Tasmania.
6
Total obligations
0
Tas-specific
5
Tas regulators
Federal obligations also applicable
Notify the OAIC and affected individuals of eligible data breaches
Eligible data breaches must be notified to OAIC and affected individuals 'as soon as practicable'.
Comply with online safety industry codes (Phase 1 + 2)
Eight industry sections covered by binding codes under the Online Safety Act 2021.
Avoid unfair contract terms in standard form consumer & small business contracts
From November 2023, unfair contract terms carry pecuniary penalties — up to $100M per term (from 28 March 2026).
Comply with the Spam Act 2003 (consent, identify, unsubscribe)
All commercial electronic messages must have consent, identify the sender, and offer a working unsubscribe.
Comply with Basic Online Safety Expectations + industry codes
Social media services, app distribution services, and other captured providers must meet the BOSE and industry codes.
Publish a Privacy Policy compliant with APP 1
Every APP entity needs a clearly-expressed Privacy Policy covering APP 1.4 requirements.
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