On 12 March 2013, the Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy announced a series of further reforms in relation to the Convergence Review. These reforms were in addition to the convergence review related reforms announced on 30 November 2012. The reforms announced on 12 March 2013 include the following regulatory measures.
- A press standards model for self-regulation by print and online media organisations.
- The establishment of a Public Interest Media Advocate to oversee a public interest test in relation to major media mergers and acquisitions.
- Providing permanent spectrum for community television services.
A Regulation Impact Statement was required for these regulatory measures but the Prime Minister granted an exemption on the basis of exceptional circumstances. A post-implementation review will be required within 1 to 2 years of implementation.