From www.bartier.com.au: On 10 December 2024, the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 was passed, allowing individuals to take direct legal action for serious invasions of privacy, effective from 10 June 2025.

The new regulations broaden the scope of what constitutes a serious invasion of privacy, requiring individuals to prove an expectation of privacy was breached through intentional or reckless actions.

Small businesses need to review their data handling practices to mitigate risks associated with potential claims under the updated Privacy Act.