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Fuel security powers to support fuel supply
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Minister for Trade & Tourism Don Farrell and Minister for Climate Change & Energy Chris Bowen have announced new fuel security powers to protect Australia from global supply disruptions. The Federal Government will amend legislation to formalise its ability to underwrite additional fuel cargoes and strategic reserves, focusing on addressing regional shortages and supply gaps. Working with domestic and international suppliers, the initiative ensures critical fuel access for farmers, regional communities and essential services. These powers will support additional supply where commercial sourcing is not viable, strengthening national resilience amid ongoing global uncertainty.
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Minister for Health and Ageing Mark Butler and SA Minister for Health and Wellbeing Blair Boyer have announced an expanded Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme listing for immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda®), improving access for Australians with advanced and high-risk cancers. From 1 April, the treatment will cover additional cancers including cervical, kidney and head and neck cancers, benefiting over 10,000 patients. The Federal Government initiative reduces costs from over $15,400 per script to a maximum of $25, or $7.70 for concession card holders, easing financial pressure while improving timely access to life-saving treatment.
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Minister for the Environment and Water Murray Watt has announced a new Productivity Commission inquiry aimed at strengthening the security, affordability and sustainability of Australia's water services. The Federal Government initiative will guide updates to national water pricing and economic regulation, while reviewing the Water Act 2007 and progress under the National Water Initiative. Led by Commissioner Joanne Chong and supported by Associate Commissioner Dr Paul Wywroll, the inquiry will inform development of a new National Water Agreement with states and territories. Public consultation will open shortly, with a final report due in September 2026.
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NSW Attorney General Michael Daley and NSW Special Minister of State John Graham have announced the passage of new anti-corruption legislation strengthening the powers of ICAC and other law enforcement agencies in New South Wales. The State Government's reforms introduce a public interest exception, allowing individuals to share unlawfully obtained surveillance recordings with authorities without fear of prosecution if acting appropriately. The laws enshrine existing protections and extend them to key agencies, improving their ability to investigate corruption. The legislation ensures safeguards remain in place while enhancing access to critical evidence, supporting stronger action against crime and corruption across the state.
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VIC: Making renting fairer and more affordable
Victorian Minister for Consumer Affairs Nick Staikos and Victorian Member for Northern Metropolitan Region Sheena Watt have announced new rental reforms to improve fairness and affordability across Victoria. The State Government changes, effective from 31 March 2026, introduce standardised rental application forms, limit information requests, and ban fees charged by rental platforms. Additional measures strengthen oversight of rent increases and build on earlier reforms including minimum standards and bans on no-fault evictions. Significant penalties apply for breaches, with fines exceeding $12,000 for businesses. The reforms aim to streamline applications, protect renters' rights, and ensure stronger compliance through an ongoing taskforce.
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| Act Name | Date of Assent | Act No. |
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| Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms and Customs Laws) Act 2026 |
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| Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Criminal and Migration Laws) Act 2026 |
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| Administrative Review Tribunal and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Law and Justice Legislation Amendment (New South Wales Local Court) Act 2026 |
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| Defence Amendment (Parliamentary Joint Committee on Defence) Act 2026 |
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| Corporations (Review Fees) Amendment (Technical Amendments) Act 2026 |
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| Royal Commissions Legislation Amendment (Protections for Providing Information) Act 2026 |
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| Treasury Laws Amendment (Building a Stronger and Fairer Super System) Act 2026 |
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| Superannuation (Building a Stronger and Fairer Super System) Imposition Act 2026 |
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| Migration Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Act 2026 |
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| Parliamentary Frameworks Legislation Amendment (Reviews) Act 2026 |
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| Treasury Laws Amendment (Supporting Choice in Superannuation and Other Measures) Act 2026 |
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| Commonwealth Entities Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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| National Commission for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People Act 2026 |
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| National Commission for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People (Transitional Provisions) Act 2026 |
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| Appropriation (Parliamentary Departments) Act (No. 2) 2025-2026 |
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| Appropriation Act (No. 3) 2025-2026 |
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| Appropriation Act (No. 4) 2025-2026 |
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| Treasury Laws Amendment (Doubling Penalties for ACCC Enforcement) Act 2026 |
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Australian Capital Territory
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| Government Procurement Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Building and Construction Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Territory Records (Executive Records) Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Justice and Community Safety Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Nurse Practitioners Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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New South Wales
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| Workers Compensation Legislation Amendment (Reform and Modernisation) Act 2026 |
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| Statute Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act (No 2) 2026 |
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| Forestry Amendment (Bungabbee State Forest Revocation) Act 2026 |
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| Fines Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Work Health and Safety Amendment (Digital Work Systems) Act 2026 |
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Northern Territory
| Act Name | Date of Assent | Act No. | Care and Protection of Children Amendment (Worker Screening) Act 2026 |
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| Trade, Business and Asian Relations Legislation Amendment (Streamlining Licensing Schemes and Other Matters) Act 2026 |
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| Statute Law Revision and Repeals Act 2026 |
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| Housing Amendment Act 2026 |
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Queensland
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| Electoral Laws (Restoring Electoral Fairness) Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Youth Justice (Electronic Monitoring) Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Major Sports Facilities and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Fighting Antisemitism and Keeping Guns out of the Hands of Terrorists and Criminals Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Local Government (Empowering Councils) and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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South Australia
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Tasmania
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Victoria
See Capital Monitor's Victorian Bills Monitor and Acts Assented pages for detailed coverage.
Western Australia
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| Tobacco Products Control Amendment Act 2026 |
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Federal
The Federal Parliament will next sit from 30 March - 1 April 2026.
The 2026-27 Federal Budget will be handed down on Tuesday, 12 May 2026.
Additional Budget Estimates were held on 9 - 12 February 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 25 - 28 May & 2 - 5 June 2026.
Supplementary Budget Estimates are scheduled for 26 - 29 October 2026.
The last Federal Election was on 3 May 2025.
Federal Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 13 May 2025.
Australian Capital Territory
ACT Parliament will next sit from 5 - 7 May 2026.
The 2026-27 Territory Budget will be handed down in June 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for TBA.
The last ACT Election was on 19 October 2024.
ACT Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 19 December 2025.
New South Wales
NSW Parliament will next sit from 5 - 7 May 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget will be handed down in June 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 24 - 27 February, 2 - 11 March, 18 - 31 August & 1 - 2 September 2026.
Supplementary Budget Estimates are scheduled for 26 - 30 October 2026.
The last NSW Election was on 25 March 2023.
NSW Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 05 April 2023 and most recently amended on 26 September 2025.
Northern Territory
NT Parliament will next sit from 5 - 7 May 2026.
The 2026-27 Territory Budget will be handed down on Tuesday, 12 May 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 9 - 18 June 2026.
The last NT Election was on 24 August 2024.
NT Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 24 October 2025.
Queensland
Queensland Parliament will next sit from 21 - 23 April 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget will be handed down on Tuesday, 23 June 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 20 - 24 & 28 - 31 July 2026.
The last Queensland Election was on 26 October 2024.
Queensland Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 19 December 2025.
South Australia
The SA Parliament was prorogued on Saturday 21 February 2026.
The SA State election will be held on Saturday, 21 March 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget will be handed down on TBA.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for TBA.
The last SA Election was on 19 March 2022.
SA Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 29 January 2025.
Tasmania
The Tasmanian Parliament will next sit from 14 - 16 April 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget will be handed down on Thursday, 21 May 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 1 - 4 June 2026.
The last Tasmanian Election was held on Saturday 19 July 2025.
Tasmanian Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 11 February 2026.
Victoria
The Victorian Parliament will next sit from from 31 March - 2 April 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget will be handed down in May 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for TBA.
The last Victorian election was held on 26 November 2022.
Victorian Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 30 October 2025.
Western Australia
The WA Parliament will next sit on 5 - 7 April 2026.
The 2025-26 State Budget will be handed down in June 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 19 - 21 May 2026.
The last WA election was held on 08 March 2025.
WA Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 25 November 2025.
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