[1] Although developed by industry, the code has been registered (as the regulatory regime permits) with the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).
FreeTV Australia's website describes the Code as being an attempt "to balance and provide for the various and often conflicting interests of our diverse society in the delivery of commercial television services.
It is the result of extensive consultation with Government advisory bodies, community interest groups and the public generally."
Commercial television networks in Australia are required to comply with the Australian Commercial Television Code of Practice, which is governed by the Australian Communications and Media Authority with Free TV Australia mediating between the networks and the ACMA, as well as handling viewer complaints.
These quotas were removed in October 2020, leaving broadcasters with no requirement to air programs specifically aimed at children.
While the ABC recognizes the G rating, its code of practice does not require that it display its classification symbol on-air in respect to G-rated programming.
Adult "Pay Per View" only Consumer advice is compulsory for all MA 15+ and one-off programs, as well as very short series classified M or higher (such as feature films, miniseries and documentaries).
When a program carries consumer advice, appropriate abbreviations in letter form are displayed along with the classification symbol after each commercial break.