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Telecommunications Legislation Amendment (Triple Zero Custodian and Emergency Calling Powers) Act 2025
Act No. 50 of 2025 · Assented 30 October 2025
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In brief
Amends telecommunications law to establish a Triple Zero Custodian, create directions powers about emergency call services, and increase civil penalties for related breaches.
Who's affected
- Phone and internet carriers
- Emergency call service operators
- The ACMA and the Custodian
- People calling Triple Zero
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