This report finds that there is increasing awareness of digital threats to democracy, and less complacency about online harms. There is also greater buy-in for deliberative democracy principles among both the general public and elected decision-makers.

This policy brief asserts that digital media literacy — the ability to critically, effectively and responsibly access, use, understand and engage with media of all kinds — is an essential part of civic engagement.

This submission to the Government’s consultation on the Basic Online Safety Expectations in the Online Safety Act highlights suggested enhancements to systems and processes, accountability and transparency, protecting children's best interests, and taking a systemic approach to protecting against hate speech.

The consultation focused on five key areas of consumer information transparency, with the aim of improving the quality and accessibility of information available for consumers to make informed choices about the products they purchase.

This report provides an overview of the Australian Ad Observatory project’s data, infrastructure, and software tools.