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New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows headline inflation rose to 4.6 per cent in March 2026, up from 3.7 per cent in February, driven largely by global pressures and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Quarterly inflation increased to 4.1 per cent through the year to March, with trimmed mean inflation at 3.5 per cent annually. Automotive fuel costs surged, adding 0.8 percentage points to monthly inflation. The monthly figure was slightly below market expectations. Treasurer Jim Chalmers stated the government has halved the fuel excise to curb rising prices and will address inflation challenges in the upcoming Budget focused on cost-of-living relief, fuel security, and economic resilience.
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The Federal Government will allocate more than $45 million over four years to advance bilateral agreements with states and territories aimed at reducing duplication in environmental assessments and approvals. The investment will enable states and territories to undertake assessments or approvals on behalf of the Commonwealth under new National Environmental Standards, helping to accelerate major energy, housing, and resources projects. According to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Minister for the Environment and Water Murray Watt, these reforms will streamline processes while maintaining strong environmental safeguards, with oversight by the new National Environmental Protection Agency from July 1.
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The State Government will convene meetings with Rural, Remote and Indigenous Councils this week to enhance collaboration and address the needs of disadvantaged communities. Discussions will cover disaster recovery, housing, economic development, health, and alcohol management strategies, with outcomes informing future policy. These engagements reinforce commitments under the Equal Partners in Government Agreement. Queensland Minister for Local Government Ann Leahy emphasized supporting councils to influence policy and deliver outcomes statewide, while Queensland Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Fiona Simpson highlighted the importance of empowering local leadership to achieve real progress in Closing the Gap for Indigenous communities through practical support and engagement.
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The Northern Beaches Hospital has officially returned to public ownership after nearly eight years under private operation. The transition, completed by the NSW Government, includes the establishment of an operational command centre to support the process and ensure continuity of care. More than 1,800 staff, including nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals, have joined NSW Health as part of the change. The facility will also host the State’s first High Volume Planned Surgery Centre to help reduce surgical wait times. Premier Chris Minns, Treasurer Daniel Mookhey and Minister for Health Ryan Park confirmed private services will remain available until June 2027 while a long-term strategy is developed.
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The Federal Government and the Western Australian Government will provide a combined $1.1 billion investment to upgrade transport links to the proposed Westport container terminal in Kwinana. The first stage focuses on expanding Anketell Road to four lanes, including a grade separation at Rockingham Road, to improve freight efficiency, reduce congestion, and enhance road safety. The upgrades complement broader infrastructure commitments across the state, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Premier Roger Cook, Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King, Deputy Premier and Treasurer Rita Saffioti, and Federal Member for Brand Madeleine King highlighting the project's role in future-proofing WA's economy.
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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 5 - 7 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 5 - 7 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 5 - 7 May 2026.
The 2026-27 Territory Budget will be 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 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
SA Parliament will next sit from 5 - 7 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 (Assembly) will next sit from 5 - 7 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 (Assembly) will next sit on from 5 May 2026.
The 2026-27 State Budget will be 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 on 5 - 7 April 2026.
The 2025-26 State Budget will be handed down on Tuesday, 18 June 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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