Australia's Internet Freedom Is Declining, According To This New Report

    Internet freedom declined in the past year, says independent watchdog Freedom House.

    1. More than 40 websites hosting the Christchurch video were blocked.

    2. New laws mean social media giants face jail terms and massive fines for hosting violent content.

    3. A "sophisticated state actor" hacked parliament and political parties.

    4. Coverage of cardinal George Pell's trial was restricted by a court.

    5. The Australian government gave itself powers to access encrypted data.