The Classification Board makes classification decisions for films, computer games and certain publications. Generally, every film and computer game has to be classified before it can be legally made available to the public. Some publications also need to be classified. There are limited exceptions to this rule. In addition to commercial material, the Classification Board also classifies material submitted from: state and federal police within Australia the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service in relation to the importation of publications, films and computer games, and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) in relation to internet sites. The board does not classify programs for broadcast on TV, live performances and audio CDs. The Classification Board produces an annual report each financial year. The annual report contains a range of detailed information about the Classification Board, the Review Board, legislation, and classification statistics. The statistical information in the annual report provides a breakdown of the work of the Classification Board and Review Board by classification and application type. The annual report also contains information on complaints and decisions of interest for the particular financial year.
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Classification Branch Questions
The Classification Branch annual revenue was $11.9 million in 2026.
Steven Thomson is the Director of Classification Branch.
2 people are employed at Classification Branch.
Classification Branch is based in Barton, Australian Capital Territory.
The NAICS codes for Classification Branch are [51711, 517, 51, 517110, 5171].
The SIC codes for Classification Branch are [737, 73, 7375].
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Steven Thomson
Director at Classification Branch
Sydney, NSW, AU2
