Bundaberg mayor files police complaint over AI parody page sharing her phone number

An anonymous Facebook page created several months ago has been sharing AI-generated videos that parody Bundaberg Mayor Helen Blackburn in a style reminiscent of South Park, and it recently displayed her mobile phone number. Blackburn has filed complaints with Queensland Police, the Australian Federal Police and the federal eSafety commissioner, arguing the material encourages bullying and cyber abuse. Queensland Police confirmed they are investigating the incident, and the mayor has since disabled the number.

The page’s operator says the satire was intended as a light-hearted outlet for community voices and that anonymity protects their professional life. They also assert they do not condone harassment and have disabled comments on the page. Experts note the difficulty of distinguishing legitimate political satire from online trolling, while Blackburn calls for stronger legal protections against adult cyber abuse.