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Legislation and the work of regulatory bodies like ACMA, ACCC and the OAIC are always evolving over time. Sometimes it’s technology that leaps ahead and forces changes that lawmakers haven’t considered before. Other times, consumer needs or industry expectations have evolved to force us to consider different regulations.
It can be easy to get carried away with sales promises, headlines and great customer offers but Australian laws and regulators come down hard on misleading and deceptive conduct and claims. It's best to steer clear of deceptive and misleading conduct, read on how you can.
Competitions and promotions are great to grab attention, generate conversation and gather data but there are plenty of rules to be considered before they are brought to life.
Spam is unsolicited electronic messages which usually arrive through email or SMS. Unwanted marketing messages is one thing, but these days spam can also be synonymous with scams, phishing and outright fraud where dangerous links and viruses can lead to theft and privacy breaches. Click to read more about Australia's Spam regulations.
In Australia, our concept of privacy hinges on how we define ‘personal information’. Privacy is regulated by the 1988 Privacy Act and 13 Australian Privacy Principles, called APPs but is a developing area with plans afoot to update Australia’s Privacy Act. Read more about your obligations when handling personal information.
The regulatory and compliance landscape for data-driven marketers is constantly evolving. There are a range of regulators and industry bodies across Australia and we encourage all marketers to seek advice best tailored to their business. We regularly call for industry input into the reviews and reports we submit to governments and regulators. To stay informed, please sign up to our newsletter.
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The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) is taking a firm, proactive stance on enforcing privacy law, despite delays to reforms in tranche two. We look at what this means for marketers, CMOs and their businesses, and how ADMA can help navigate these complexities.
When it comes to the data privacy chain, few parties hold as much data or influence as platforms. Social media platforms in particular act as the central point where consumer data is aggregated, monetised, and distributed. In this article, we explore three major weaknesses platforms contribute to the data privacy chain including poor data transparency, an overreliance on algorithms, and inadequate enforcement of third-party policies.
With the first wave of Privacy Act reforms now in effect, privacy compliance has become a high-stakes issue for Australian businesses and marketers are right in the middle of it. Sarah Waladan, Head of Regulatory and Advocacy at ADMA, explains why legal teams need to treat marketing as a frontline compliance function - not an afterthought.
The role the consumer plays in the data privacy chain is a pivotal one. In this article series, we will deep dive into each of the links in the chain, assess the areas for improvement and how marketers can help strengthen the chain overall through their own roles.
With the number of scams or attempted scams targeting Australians on a daily basis, in February 2025 the Australian Government took action and passed the Scams Prevention Framework Bill (2024). In this latest edition of the Privacy Series, we will explore the new Scam Prevention Framework and what impact it will have on marketers.
In this edition of ADMA’s Regulatory Spotlight, we speak with Peter Leonard, an expert in data and technology and Chair of ADMA’s Regulatory and Advocacy Working Group.
The ADMA Regulatory and Advocacy team provided an update on best practice in the context of contacting and communicating with customers in the channels of e-communications and telemarketing. The session included some practical steps you can take to ensure that your business and marketing teams continue to meet legal obligations.
This is an important update for marketers as we've just seen the Privacy Act reform reach Parliament. Take a look at a timeline of 4 years of consultation, key developments, and where we are today.
Join the ADMA Regulatory and Advocacy team as they provide an update on best practice in the context of contacting and communicating with customers in the channels of e-communications and telemarketing. The session will include some practical steps you can take to ensure that your business and marketing teams continue to meet legal obligations.
This month in The Privacy Series, we are delving into the introduction of an overarching ‘Fair and Reasonable’ test by the Government as part of the imminent overhaul of the Privacy Act. This type of overarching test in relation to privacy will not just be an Australian first, but a worldwide first too – making it a pioneering piece in this legislative reform.
