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Federal Government to secure Australian gas for Australian users
The Federal Government has announced a domestic gas reservation scheme requiring exporters to supply gas equivalent to 20 per cent of exports to the Australian market from July 2027. The joint announcement was made by Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen, Minister for Resources Madeleine King, and Minister for Industry and Innovation Tim Ayres. The Federal Government said the policy aims to reduce domestic gas prices, improve energy security and support manufacturing by ensuring long-term gas supply for Australian households and industry while maintaining existing export commitments.
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Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Julie Collins announced the launch of the $3 million Green Sheep Project at Tasmania’s Agfest field day, aimed at helping sheep producers improve environmental sustainability, climate resilience and on-farm productivity. The three-year initiative, led by Sheep Producers Australia, will provide producers with practical tools to measure environmental performance, manage grazing and pasture systems, track natural capital and support data-driven decision-making. Pilot programs will operate across Tasmania, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia through Natural Resource Management and Landcare partners. Minister Collins said the project would strengthen Australia’s food security and support the agricultural sector’s competitiveness in global markets.
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Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg, Member for Capalaba Russell Field, Member for Oodgeroo Amanda Stoker, and Mayor of Redland City Jos Mitchell said the State Government will provide $500,000 for a business case to investigate duplication or replacement of the Tingalpa Creek Bridge on Rickertt Road. The study, led by Redland City Council, will examine upgrade options to address congestion at a key transport bottleneck between Redland and Brisbane. The State Government said the project delivers on an election commitment and will support planning for future infrastructure investment as the region continues to grow.
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Premier Jacinta Allan, Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio, Member for Lara Ella George, and Member for Geelong Christine Couzens said the State Government will support a feasibility study into expanding renewable diesel blend processing at the Geelong Refinery. The project, backed jointly with the Federal Government, aims to strengthen fuel security and support local industry through increased processing capacity using Victorian inputs such as canola oil. The State Government said the initiative complements efforts to secure diesel reserves for agriculture and improve long-term fuel supply reliability for industry and regional communities.
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Premier Cook and Treasurer Saffioti said the 2026-27 WA Budget would deliver more than $1 billion in cost-of-living relief while investing heavily in housing, health infrastructure and economic diversification. The Budget forecasts an eighth consecutive operating surplus and includes a record $44.3 billion infrastructure pipeline over four years, alongside major investments in hospitals, housing supply, energy transition and workforce development. Measures include a $100 Fuel Support Payment, student assistance payments, expanded social concessions and significant housing support initiatives. The Government said strong financial management and low debt levels would allow continued investment in essential services, jobs and long-term economic resilience across Western Australia.
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Australian Capital Territory
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| Nurse Practitioners Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Crimes Legislation Amendment Act 2026 |
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New South Wales
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| Electoral Legislation Amendment (Elections) Act 2026 |
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Surveillance Devices Amendment (Public Interest Exceptions) Act 2026 |
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Northern Territory
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| Sentencing Amendment (Murder) Act 2026 |
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| Bail Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Commercial Passenger (Road) Transport Legislation Amendment (Licensing) Act 2026 |
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| Electrical Safety Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Local Government Legislation Amendment (Code of Conduct and Other Matters) Act 2026 |
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Queensland
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South Australia
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Tasmania
| Act Name | Date of Assent | Act No. | Petroleum Reporting (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act 2026 |
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| University of Tasmania (Protection of Land) Act 2026 |
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Victoria
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| Education and Training Reform Amendment (Free TAFE Guarantee) Act 2026 |
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| Electoral Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Justice Legislation Further Amendment (Miscellaneous) Act 2026 |
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| Regulatory Legislation Amendment (Reform) Act 2026 |
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| Safe Food Victoria Act 2026 |
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Western Australia
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| Tobacco Products Control Amendment Act 2026 |
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| Education and Care Services National Law Application Act 2026 |
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Federal
Federal Parliament will next sit from 12 - 14 May 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 26 - 28 May 2026.
The 2026-27 Territory Budget will be handed down on Tuesday, 9 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 12 - 14 May 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget will be handed down in Tuesday, 23 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 12 - 14 May 2026.
The 2026-27 Territory Budget was handed down on Tuesday, 5 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 12 - 14 May 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
SA Parliament will next sit from 19 - 21 May 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget will be handed down on Thursday, 4 June 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 18 - 24 June 2026.
The last SA election was held on 21 March 2026.
SA Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 25 March 2026.
Tasmania
The Tasmanian Parliament will next sit from 19 - 21 May 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 19 July 2025.
Tasmanian Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 11 February 2026.
Victoria
The Victorian Parliament will next sit from 12 - 14 May 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget was handed down on Tuesday, 5 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 16 April 2026.
Western Australia
The WA Parliament will next sit from 12 - 14 May 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget was handed down on Thursday, 7 May 2026.
Budget Estimates are scheduled for 19 - 21 May 2026.
The last WA election was held on 8 March 2025.
WA Administrative Arrangements Orders were most recently made on 25 November 2025.
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