From the PALGN Admin team: Jeremy, Roland and James
Some games are played by everyone, but some are only meant for those over 18.
Sunday 28 February 2010 is the closing date for the public to submit their views on the R18+ classification, through the Attorney-General’s discussion paper. If you haven't done yours already, check this article out while you still have the chance... However, this is only the beginning.
We are pleased to announce that PALGN, Everyoneplays and GAME have joined forces to keep this debate alive – the journey continues. The debate over the R18+ classification has a long way to go before all State Attorney-Generals agree to amend the current legislation. PALGN, Everyoneplays and GAME are in it for the long haul.
So how can you help?
Visit the new Everyoneplays website, click on the link to find the nearest GAME store and sign a very simple petition…
From 28 February, all the way up until 30 April, you’ll have a chance to sign the following petition:
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| “As of today, Australia does not have an R18+ classification for PC and video games.
This has resulted in many games receiving a lower classification than they otherwise would. By signing this petition you believe that Australia should have an R18+ classification for PC and video games.” |
Head to the new Everyoneplays website here.
Find your nearest GAME store by clicking here.
By heading down to GAME from the 28th onwards and signing the petition, you will have your chance to show that gaming is a legitimate form of entertainment just like literature, TV and film. And once you’ve been down to GAME and signed the petition, you can also let everyone else know about it. In the coming days, we'll be providing you with information on how else you'll be able to help us spread the word. We have the potential to get something really BIG happening here, but we won't be able to do it without the collective force of everyone.
You can follow the process from start through finish, as we'll be keeping you up-to-date the whole way. We'll be giving you regular progress and milestone updates. Also, we'll be providing you with a whole set of features, talking about petitions, opponents to the R18+ rating and the ins-and-outs of banned games. And that's only the start of it.
So, made your submission? Ready to sign the petition? Ready to tell everyone about it? The more people we have to spread the word and visit a GAME store to sign our petition, the more leverage we’ll have over our politicians. So it is up to us – to act now and make a difference!
There is still a long way to go, but PALGN, Everyoneplays and GAME will be here every step of the way. However, we won’t be able to do it without the support of each and every one of you. For anyone who has ever picked up a game controller or bought a game for anyones else, now is the chance for you to have your say and we hope that you will join us!
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