Workplace surveillance is becoming of increasing concern to legislators in Australia. Three states and territories have passed legislation specifically addressing workplace surveillance [The Workplace Surveillance Act 2005 (NSW); The Surveillance Devices (Workplace Privacy) Act 2006 (Vic); and The Workplace Privacy Act 2011 (ACT)], while the Queensland Law Reform Commission has also been asked to report on whether workplace surveillance legislation is required in that state.

(1) Briefly compare and contrast the three pieces of legislation.

(2) Which piece of legislation might provide the best model for legislation in WA?Why?

(3) Can you suggest any ways in which that legislation could be improved?