Laws targeting illegal downloads from overseas websites pass Senate
by Australian Associated Press from Technology | The Guardian on (#C1Y1)
Legislation allows copyright holders to seek injunctions forcing internet service providers to block access to sites that facilitate piracy
New piracy laws mean it may soon be harder for Australians to illegally download their favourite shows and music.
Legislation to allow rights holders to seek a court injunction to force internet service providers to block access to overseas websites that facilitate piracy passed the Senate on Monday.
