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Consultation open to boost Australia’s clean energy industry
The Federal Government has opened consultation to strengthen domestic manufacturing of wind and transmission towers, supporting Australia’s clean energy transition. Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science Tim Ayres and Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen invited businesses across clean energy and steel supply chains to help shape future capability and investment. The consultation will examine opportunities to boost local manufacturing, regional jobs, supply chain resilience and long-term energy security, while informing the Renewable Energy Technology Manufacturing stream of the Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund. Industry input is sought on capability, competitiveness, barriers, market conditions and policy settings, with submissions closing 6 March 2026.
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Women’s health package delivers
Twelve months on from the $792.9 million women’s health package, the Federal Government is delivering more choice, lower costs and better care for women and girls, according to Minister for Health and Ageing Mark Butler. Over 660,000 women have accessed more than two million cheaper PBS scripts for contraception, menopausal hormone therapies, endometriosis and fertility treatments, generating significant savings. Minister for Finance and Minister for Women Katy Gallagher highlighted reduced medicine costs, expanded Medicare menopause care and improved access to long-acting contraception. Assistant Minister for Health Rebecca White said the reforms show women’s health is now a national priority, backed by new clinics, services and guidelines.
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Federal bushfire recovery payments extended to six more Victorian locations
The Federal Government has extended the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) to six additional Victorian locations following recent bushfires, bringing the total activated locations to 66. Minister for Government Services Katy Gallagher and Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain announced the extension, which applies from 2:00pm local time on 9 February 2026. AGDRP provides one-off payments of $1,000 per eligible adult and $400 per child for people directly affected through major property damage, serious injury or loss of life. The payments complement broader recovery assistance under joint Commonwealth–state disaster arrangements, with claims available online via myGov or through Services Australia support channels.
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Australia–New Zealand agreement to strengthen trade and innovation
A new Australia–New Zealand agreement will support innovation, strengthen trade and enhance consumer protections across both countries. The Federal Government welcomed the signing of a new Standards Development and Distribution Agreement between Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand, renewing more than 40 years of cooperation. Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science Tim Ayres said the agreement will reduce red tape and provide businesses with greater certainty through a coordinated approach to standards. The agreement strengthens cooperation in priority areas including emerging technologies, energy transition, climate resilience, digital technologies and supply chains, while supporting small and medium-sized businesses through streamlined adoption of joint and international standards.
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VIC: Construction begins on 70 new social homes in Dandenong
Victorian Minister for Housing and Building Harriet Shing and Victorian Member for Dandenong Gabrielle Williams have marked the start of construction on 70 new social housing homes in Dandenong, backed by the State Government’s investment in Melbourne’s south-east. The $39 million development will deliver modern, energy-efficient one- and two-bedroom apartments for people on very low incomes, including homes allocated to First Nations residents. Located close to public transport, shops and services, the project builds on other local social housing works already underway. The development forms part of the State Government’s broader housing program to increase supply, reduce energy costs for renters and provide more Victorians with safe, secure and well-located homes.
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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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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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Queensland
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South Australia
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Tasmania
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Victoria
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| Justice Legislation Amendment (Family Violence, Stalking and Other Matters) Act 2026 |
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| Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Amendment (Financial Assurance) Act 2026 |
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Federal
The Federal Parliament will next sit from 3 - 5 February 2026.
The 2026-27 Federal Budget will be handed down on Tuesday, 12 May 2026.
Additional Budget Estimates are scheduled for 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 3 - 5 February 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 07 November 2024.
New South Wales
NSW Parliament will next sit from 3 - 5 February 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 17 March 2025.
Northern Territory
NT Parliament will next sit from 3 - 5 February 2025.
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 10 September 2024.
Queensland
Queensland Parliament will next sit from 10 - 12 February 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 21 November 2024 and most recently amended on 22 February 2024, 10 May 2024 and 04 April 2025.
South Australia
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.
SAAdministrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 29 January 2025.
Tasmania
The Tasmanian Parliament (Assembly) will next sit from 3 - 5 February 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 August 2025.
Victoria
The Victorian Parliament will next sit from from 3 - 5 February 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 02 October 2023 and most recently amended on 12 December 2023.
Western Australia
The WA Parliament (Assembly) will next sit on 17 - 19 February 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 02 April 2025.
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