Classification Guidelines

There are combined Guidelines for the Classification of Films and Computer Games. There are separate Guidelines for the Classification of Publications. They contain descriptions of each of the categories, indicating the most suitable audience for the film, publication or computer game in terms of age and legal restriction. Each classification category contains a list of the criteria (classifiable elements) used by the Classification Board when making classification decisions.

The Classification Guidelines describe the different classification categories (G; PG and so on) and the limits of material suitable for each category in more detail.

The guidelines for films and computer games are reviewed regularly. They are approved by the Australian, State and Territory government ministers responsible for censorship.

For further information on the National Classification Scheme and the legislation and instruments established to support the scheme, please follow this link to the Attorney-General's Department Classification page.