WIDE open to the possibility of abuse, the Federal Government’s newly revised communications and misinformation Bill is again being opposed by the Coalition including Wannon MP, Dan Tehan who said it was an attack on free speech.

The Australian Government said it was steadfast in its commitment to keeping Australians safe online and that includes ensuring the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has the powers it needs to hold digital platforms to account from what it said was harmful mis- and disinformation on their services.