BIRTHS, DEATHS AND DOLLARS! The High Cost of Privatising Victoria’s Most Sensitive Services

3 June, 2024 Paige Armstrong

Victoria’s decision to privatise its Registry of Births, Deaths, and Marriages by the end of this year sacrifices long-term security for short-term financial gain. With recent cyber attacks on Optus and Medibank fresh in mind and Qantas' many scandals since privatisation, the risks to personal privacy and public trust are alarmingly high.

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Paige Armstrong is a writer and journalist based in Melbourne. She has a keen eye for graphics, AI and seeking out truths in a murky world.
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