Classification Review Board
- What does the Classification Review Board do?
- How does the Classification Review Board review classification decisions?
- Who are the Classification Review Board?
What does the Classification Review Board do?
The Classification Review Board meets as needed to review classification decisions made by the Classification Board. This is generally in response to an application for review from the original applicant for classification, or the publisher of the film, publication or computer game, when there is disagreement about the original decision. This can be for commercial reasons, for instance when an R 18+ classification restricts the audience that can view a film.
The Minister, on his own behalf or at the request of a State or Territory Censorship Minister, can also apply for the review of a decision. A 'person aggrieved' by the decision can also apply for a review.
When an application for review is received, the Review Board convenes to consider the material and hear submissions by the applicant and other parties with an interest in the decision.
How does the Classification Review Board review classification decisions?
The Classification Review Board is established under the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 and is an independent statutory body separate from the Classification Board.
The Classification Review Board meets to review a decision made by the Classification Board, on application. As an independent body, the Classification Review Board makes a fresh classification decision and provides consumer advice.
Who are the Classification Review Board?
Detailed information about each of the current serving Review Board members can be found on the Classification Review Board Members page.