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18.03.2022 / 05:07
MAFS viewers launch petition over "nude photo scandal"
Married At First Sight Australia "nude photo scandal" shocked viewers on Wednesday night, with many left questioning if what happened to Domenica Calarco legally counts as "revenge porn" - also known as "image based abuse" - in Australia.WATCH: Domenica blindsided by MAFS co-starsIn light of the episode, a viewer named Pete Joyce launched a Change.org petition in support of Domenica.The petition is titled: "The E-Safety Commissioner To Commence Action Against Olivia Frazer For Image-Based Abuse."Currently sitting at 80K+ signatures, the petition calls for "the E-Safety commissioner to immediately take action against Olivia Frazer, in order to make it clear this kind of abuse is not acceptable, especially on a nationally syndicated television program in which both the victim and the perpetrator have taken part."The legal definition of "image based abuse" in Australia is "the distribution of intimate images or videos of individuals without their consent." You can read more about revenge porn laws and the OnlyFans terms of service here in our breakdown.Domenica and her partner, Jack Millar, were blindsided by the group over the "nude photo scandal"As the petition has gained such significant traction, Joyce revealed the E-Safety Commissioner's Office reached out to him on Twitter and advised they "can only investigate matters reported by the person affected or their nominated representative."In saying that, Domenica has confirmed in an interview with WHO that she is looking into the matter and is grateful for concern and support from fans."The laws have just recently changed in NSW last year, and you would know that, and I can say that I have consulted legal advice and that's all I can say about that right now," she