Australian internet has just taken (another) turn for the worst

Hey all, just thought i would let you know that the bill proposing website blocking for stuff like, the pirate bay, kickass and other similar things just passed the senate. I haven't read the bill yet. but from what i see its not good.

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We have had that crap here since I think 2010. Say hello to 'proxy' and 'VPN' and their law is about as effective at its intended function as an ashtray on a motorcycle.