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Privacy Act amended to increase penalties up to $50 million
The Privacy Legislation Amendment (Enforcement and Other Measures) Bill 2022 (Bill) was passed by both Houses of Parliament on the 28 November 2022 and now awaits Royal Assent. The Bill was passed with virtually no amendment.
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What should APP Entities include in a data destruction policy?
This article summarises the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) and the importance of having a data destruction policy (DDP) in place. It outlines the steps to take when destroying or deidentifying personal and sensitive information, and the consequences of not doing so.
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Uber breaches Australian privacy laws
This article provides an overview of interesting decisions of Australian Courts in Corporate Law, Technology Law and Intellectual Property. With cases on Trade Marks, Copyright, Defamation, Negligence, Joint Ventures and Confidential Information, it is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in these areas.
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International companies can be bound by Australian privacy laws
Australian Intelligence Community (AIC) Commissioner Falk determined how the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) will assess if international entities have an Australian Link to Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
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Privacy determination –Sensitive Information held in garden shed
Melbourne medical centre found in breach of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act) and National Privacy Principles for inadequate security measures. Small businesses should assess their security procedures. Penalties of up to $1.7 million.
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Are your privacy practices compliant with the amended Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)?
Organisations must act ensure compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) reforms. Learn more about the thirteen new Australian Privacy Principles (APP’s) the penalties for non-compliance, and the steps you can take to protect your business.
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