Australian Censors "Re-Reviewing" Aliens vs. Predator
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It's illegal to import material into Australia that has been refused classification. You could be fined for it, although generally they'll likely just confiscate it.
I hope it isn't changed, slowly eroding the MA15+ restriction until it includes everything isn't a solution. It isn't up to the classifications board to decide on the issue, it's up to the states to appoint people who can be mature enough to uphold Australian laws and beliefs. That Atkinson found a loophole (he's stated in the past he doesn't like R18+ movies too, he just can't do anything about it) is disgusting, the Australian people just need to make more of a fuss about it than they already do.
Personally, I'm looking forward to a strong freedom of speech party starting up in South Australia. If the South Australian government can see that it's costing them votes having Atkinson there, he'll quietly be given a new portfolio and the new guy will be more reasonable.
I hope it isn't changed, slowly eroding the MA15+ restriction until it includes everything isn't a solution. It isn't up to the classifications board to decide on the issue, it's up to the states to appoint people who can be mature enough to uphold Australian laws and beliefs. That Atkinson found a loophole (he's stated in the past he doesn't like R18+ movies too, he just can't do anything about it) is disgusting, the Australian people just need to make more of a fuss about it than they already do.
Personally, I'm looking forward to a strong freedom of speech party starting up in South Australia. If the South Australian government can see that it's costing them votes having Atkinson there, he'll quietly be given a new portfolio and the new guy will be more reasonable.
Not everyone has a credit card.Blimey said:
Not everyone trusts ordering things from the internet.
As other posts say, it is also illegal to import something that has effectively been banned in Australia. The chances of getting caught are very, very low, but not everyone is willing to take the risk.
If the review fails, I'll be getting an overseas friend to send me a copy.
The Australian government's failure to realize that there is a whole generation of gamers that are of voting age will bite them in the polls. And our numbers grow every year.
I wonder what argument they put forth to warrent a review of the decision. Something would have had to have changed.
We can and have done so on many occasions, L4D2 anyone? But it is illegal and if caught the fines are ridiculously severe. Havent been caught yet and don't intend to but seriously what's worse this (importing awesome games) or piracy? (video games and or otherwise)Blimey said:
