Privacy Act 1988
The primary piece of Australian legislation protecting the privacy of individuals and regulating how personal information is handled by government agencies and private organizations.
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Privacy Act 1988
The principal piece of Australian legislation protecting the privacy of individuals. Key Terms: 1. APP Entity: An agency or organization required to comply with Australian Privacy Principles. 2. Sensitive Information: Information about health, race, or political opinions. 3. Notifiable Data Breach: A leak likely to result in serious harm to individuals.
Australian Consumer Law (ACL)
A national law in Australia that protects consumers against unfair contract terms, misleading conduct, and product safety issues.
Family Law Act 1975
The primary piece of legislation governing divorce, parenting arrangements, and property division in Australia, notable for establishing the no-fault divorce principle.
Privacy Act 1988
The primary federal law regulating how Australian government agencies and many private sector organizations handle personal information.