AUSTRALIA will join China in implementing mandatory censoring of the internet

[Aliantha]

First of all, as Clod says, blocking child porn is no big deal. I have no problem with it at all.

Second of all, as far as euthenasia is concerned, I don't agree with that, however the motivation would be a woman a few years ago who wanted to euthenase herself live online with people watching in order to raise awareness. Obviously no western government wants to be seen to be supporting euthenasia at this time.

With regard to anorexia, have you seen some of the sites available to anyone who wants to look? I wouldn't mind my kids not looking at stuff like that. I'd be just as happy if I didn't accidentally see it either.

At this point, I don't think this legislation will pass. It hasn't even hit the evening news yet, so it's obviously not something too many people are concerned about. I would suggest that if and when it becomes an issue of public debate, it may be passed with the opt-out option.

Australians wont care too much though, except they'll be upset if they think they wont be able to access porn.