The R18 cat's out of the bag, and the Government wants your views - so tell them!
The near-mythical R18+ discussion paper, sat on by the government for two years, has finally been released for public scrutiny and discussion.
"I urge everyone with an interest in this issue to contribute to the discussion so the Government can ensure all community views are considered," said the Minister for Home Affairs, Brendan O'Connor, in a press release that went out to interested parties last night.
"We are releasing a discussion paper rather than proposing a change so we have an opportunity to gauge all community views on the subject," he added in the release.
The paper is here, and there is a submission template that can be emailed, faxed or posted to the government.
Gamers, now is the time for your voice to be heard, but don't abuse this opportunity - don't waste your voice with the kind of threats and whining that usually finds its why into the comments on this topic. Show the Government, and our old friend Attorney General Atkinson, that mature gamers can be considered in their thoughts, clear in their demands, and understanding of the larger ramifications of receiving an R18+ rating.
This is what we've been waiting for - make the most of it, fellow gamers.
Issue: 133 | February, 2012