Australia — Historical Events Description

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Event
Introduction of Wartime Censorship Regulations
Category
Political
Date
1939-12-05
Country
Australia
Description

Wartime censorship measures expanded nationally on 5 December 1939. Media reporting was regulated. Information flow was restricted for security. Government oversight increased. Public debate narrowed temporarily. National morale messaging was coordinated. Civil liberties were constrained during the emergency.