Broadcasting (Repeal of Advertising Restrictions) Amendment Bill
Government bill
9 December 2024
This bill repeals section 81 of the Broadcasting Act 1989 to remove the restriction on broadcast television advertising on Sunday and Anzac Day mornings, and television and radio broadcast advertising on Christmas Day, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday.
Voting method
Personal voting: Each MP cast their own vote on this bill.
Procedural notes
Extended sittings used
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- Introduced on 9 December 2024
- 1st reading on 18 December 2024
- 2nd reading on 23 July 2025
- 3rd reading on 14 October 2025
- Royal assent on 15 October 2025
Votes
2nd reading
PassedReading date: 23 July 2025
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3rd reading
PassedReading date: 14 October 2025
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