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Federal Government’s legislation to combat foreign state-sponsored terrorism passes Parliament
Attorney-General Michelle Rowland has announced the passage of the Federal Government’s Criminal Code Amendment (State Sponsors of Terrorism) Act 2025, strengthening Australia’s counter terrorism framework. The legislation empowers the Government to designate foreign state entities as sponsors of terrorism where they engage in or support terrorist acts targeting Australia. It establishes new criminal offences for state sponsors, their proxies, and supporters, ensuring accountability for malicious foreign actors. The Act reinforces the Government’s commitment to national security and sends a clear message that attempts to harm Australia or its people will not be tolerated.
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Delivering an independent Centre for Disease Control for Australia
Minister for Health Mark Butler has announced that the Federal Government has passed legislation to establish an independent Australian Centre for Disease Control. The new agency will strengthen Australia’s public health capability, enhance pandemic preparedness, and ensure transparent, evidence-based advice for governments and the public. The legislation grants statutory independence to the CDC’s Director-General and mandates public release of its advice. Preparations are now underway to transition the interim CDC into a permanent statutory body with a newly appointed Director-General.
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Sanctions on cyber criminals funding North Korean weapons of mass destruction
Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong has announced that the Federal Government has imposed financial sanctions and travel bans on four entities and one individual engaged in cybercrime supporting North Korea’s unlawful weapons of mass destruction and ballistic missile programs. The measures, taken in coordination with the United States, aim to disrupt North Korea’s illegal revenue networks used for cryptocurrency theft, fraudulent IT work, and espionage. The Federal Government remains committed to promoting responsible state behaviour in cyberspace and safeguarding Australia’s national security. Australians are urged to stay vigilant against cyber threats and comply with sanctions regulations.
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NSW: Concept design for $2 billion Bankstown Hospital unveiled
NSW Minister for Health Ryan Park, NSW Member for Bankstown Jihad Dib, NSW Member for East Hills Kylie Wilkinson and NSW Member for Auburn Lynda Voltz have unveiled the concept design for the new $2 billion Bankstown Hospital - the largest single capital works investment in a public hospital in the state’s history. Located in Bankstown’s CBD, the state-of-the-art facility will deliver emergency, surgical, maternity, mental health and aged care services for South-West Sydney’s growing population. The State Government is inviting community feedback on the design through information sessions and online consultation, with early works expected to begin in early 2026 following planning approval.
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VIC: Clearer guidelines to close underquoting loopholes
Victorian Minister for Consumer Affairs Nick Staikos has announced new measures by the State Government to strengthen Victoria’s underquoting laws and close loopholes that allow misleading property price estimates. The updated guidelines set clearer expectations for estate agents when listing homes for sale, requiring the use of appropriate comparable properties to determine a realistic price estimate. Consumer Affairs Victoria will enforce compliance through audits and penalties for non-compliance. Since its launch in 2022, the underquoting taskforce has issued over $2.3 million in fines and nearly 300 official warnings, reinforcing the Government’s commitment to transparency and fairness in the housing market.
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Australian Capital Territory
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New South Wales
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| Local Court and Bail Legislation Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Justice Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Act (No 2) 2025 |
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| Crimes Legislation Amendment (War Memorial Offences) Act 2025 |
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| Victims Rights and Victims of Crime Commissioner Act 2025 |
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| Residential Tenancies Amendment (Domestic Violence Reform) Act 2025 |
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| Transport Legislation Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Crimes Amendment (Animal Sexual Abuse) Act 2025 |
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| Children (Education and Care Services National Law Application) Amendment Act 2025 |
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Northern Territory
| Act Name | Date of Assent | Act No. | Anti-Discrimination Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Environment Protection (Beverage Containers and Plastic Bags) Legislation Amendment (Expansion of CDS and Other Matters) Act 2025 |
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| First Home Owner Grant Amendment (Extension of Scheme) Act 2025 |
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| Electricity System and Market Operator Act 2025 |
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| Electricity Legislation Amendment (Market Reform) Act 2025 |
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Queensland
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| Coroners (Mining and Resources Coroner) Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Queensland Institute of Medical Research Act 2025 |
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| Education (General Provisions) Amendment Act 2025 |
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South Australia
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| Northern Parklands Act 2025 |
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| Statutes Amendment (Claim Farming) Act 2025 |
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| Fair Work (Worker Entitlements) Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Nurse and Midwife to Patient Ratios Act 2025 |
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| Criminal Law Consolidation (Street Gangs) Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Radiation Protection and Control (Commencement of Proceedings) Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Highways (Works for Residential Developments) Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Local Nuisance and Litter Control (Miscellaneous) Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Harbors and Navigation (Miscellaneous) Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Preventive Health SA (Council Governance) Amendment Act 2025 |
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Tasmania
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| Justice and Related Legislation (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act 2025 |
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Victoria
| Act Name | Date of Assent | Act No. | Domestic Animals Amendment (Rehoming Cats and Dogs and Other Matters) Act 2025 | 05/11/2025 |
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Western Australia
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Federal
The Federal Parliament will next sit from 24 - 27 November 2025.
The last Federal Election was on 03 May 2025.
Budget Estimates were held on 27 March 2025.
Supplementary Budget Estimates are scheduled for 7 - 10 October & 13 October 2025.
The 2025-26 Federal Budget was handed down on Tuesday, 25 March 2025.
Federal Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 13 May 2025.
Australian Capital Territory
ACT Parliament will next sit from 7 - 4 December 2025.
The 2025-26 Territory Budget was handed down on Tuesday, 24 June 2025.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 22-25 July, 28-31 July, 1 August and 4-5 August 2025..
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 11 - 13 November 2025.
The 2025-26 State Budget was handed down on Tuesday, 24 June 2025.
Supplementary Budget Estimates are scheduled for 1- 5 December 2025.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 25 - 28 February, 3 - 7, 10 - 12 March & 19 - 22, 25 - 29 August, 1- 3 September 2025.
The last NSW Election was on 25 March 2023.
New South Wales 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 25 - 27 November 2025.
The 2025-26 Territory Budget was handed down on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.
Budget Estimates were held on 10 - 12 & 16 - 19 June 2025.
The last Northern Territory Election was on 24 August 2024.
Northern Territory Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 10 September 2024.
Queensland
Queensland Parliament will next sit from 18 - 20 November 2025.
The 2025-26 State Budget was handed down on Tuesday, 24 June 2025.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 29 - 31 July, 1, 5 - 7 August 2025.
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 South Australian Parliament will next sit from 11 - 13 November 2025.
The 2025-26 State Budget was handed down on Thursday, 5 June 2025.
Budget Estimates were held on 19 - 20 June & 23 - 25 June 2025.
The last South Australian Election was on 19 March 2022.
South Australian Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 29 January 2025.
Tasmania
The Tasmanian Parliament will next sit from 11 - 13 November 2025.
The 2025-26 State Budget was handed down on Thursday, 29 May 2025.
Budget Estimates were held on 10 - 13 June 2025.
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 18 - 20 November 2025.
The 2025-26 State Budget was handed down on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
Budget Estimates were held on 3-6 and 10-12 June 2025.
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 Western Australian Parliament will next sit on 11 - 13 November 2025.
The 2025-26 State Budget was handed down on Thursday, 19 June 2025.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 1-3 July 2025.
The last Western Australia election was held on 08 March 2025.
Western Australian Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 02 April 2025.
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