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Classification ratings

Classification ratings

Learn how films, computer games and publications are classified and what the ratings mean. Look up films to find ratings, consumer advice and other film details. Check for upcoming releases.

What we classify

What we classify

The Classification Board makes classification decisions for films, computer games and certain publications.
What do the ratings mean?

What are the ratings?

Ratings help you to make informed choices about what you and your family watch, play and read. Learn more about what each of the ratings mean.
What's ok for children

What's ok for children?

Find out how you can use classification markings and consumer advice to help you decide what is suitable for children to watch and play.
How a rating is decided

How a rating is decided

Learn how the Classification Board makes classification decisions for films, computer games and some publications.
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Industry classifications

Learn about classification decisions made by industry.
Latest classification decisions

Latest classification decisions

Look up the latest classification decisions as well as consumer advice and other information that will help you make the best choices for you and your family.
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Translation resources

We have created the following resources to help some of those within our culturally and linguistically diverse communities understand the Australian classification system.
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New classifications for gambling-like content in video games

New classifications are now in place to help parents and carers identify video games with gambling-like content.