Telecommunications (Interception and Access) Act

The interception-and-access-act">Telecommunications (Interception and Access) Act is an Australian law that regulates how government agencies can access private communications, like phone calls and emails, for security and law enforcement purposes. It sets rules for when and how these agencies can intercept communications, ensuring certain safeguards are in place to protect individuals' privacy. The Act aims to balance national security needs with individual rights, requiring law enforcement to have legal authority, such as a warrant, before accessing private data, thereby promoting accountability and oversight in the use of surveillance powers.