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First deal struck to deliver 100,000 new homes for first home buyers
The Federal Government and South Australian Government have struck the first agreement to unlock 17,000 new homes in South Australia, including almost 7,000 for first home buyers, as part of a broader commitment to deliver 100,000 homes nationally. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, SA Premier Peter Malinauskas, Minister for Housing, Homelessness and Cities Clare O’Neil, and Minister for Housing and Urban Development Nick Champion announced the $801.5 million deal, which includes concessional loans and matched grants to address infrastructure and supply barriers. Construction will be fast-tracked from 2026/27, with buyers moving in from 2027/28. The statement contrasts this progress with opposition from the Federal Opposition to key housing supply measures, while acknowledging more work is needed to address long-term housing pressures.
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Securing the rehabilitation of Ranger Uranium Mine
Minister for Resources and Northern Australia Madeleine King and Minister for Indigenous Australians Malarndirri McCarthy announced steps to ensure rehabilitation continues at the former Ranger Uranium Mine in the Northern Territory. Minister King said a new rehabilitation authority has been issued to allow Energy Resources Australia to continue restoration works so the site can be returned to a condition similar to the surrounding Kakadu National Park. Minister McCarthy said a new land access agreement, developed with the Mirarr Traditional Owners and approved under relevant legislation, supports completion of rehabilitation and the return of the land to Traditional Owners. The ministers said oversight will continue until rehabilitation is finalised.
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Reef report to UNESCO outlines strong protections
Minister for the Environment and Water Murray Watt announced submission of a State Party Report to UNESCO outlining actions to protect the Great Barrier Reef’s Outstanding Universal Value. Minister Watt said the Federal Government has invested $1.2 billion to build reef resilience, with joint investment with the State Government exceeding $5 billion since 2014. He said recent environmental law reforms restrict land clearing near waterways in the reef catchment and support improved water quality, sustainable fishing reforms and reef restoration. Minister Watt said the report demonstrates continued action on climate change, marine protection and collaboration with scientists, Traditional Owners and industry to safeguard the reef and associated jobs.
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NSW: More than 600,000 Baby Bundles delivered to new parents
NSW Minister for Health Ryan Park said more than 600,000 Baby Bundles have been provided to families across the State since the initiative began in 2019. Minister Park said the program supports parents during the first 2,000 days of a child’s life by providing essential items and health information following birth. He said the updated Baby Bundle, valued at $329, includes practical products and educational resources to support infant health and development, with distribution to hospitals commencing in late 2025. Minister Park said the initiative forms part of a broader parenting support package aimed at easing cost pressures and improving outcomes for families.
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VIC: Smoking out illicit tobacco
Victorian Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation Enver Erdogan announced the commencement of compliance and enforcement activity under the State Government’s new tobacco licensing scheme, with inspectors beginning operations next week. Minister Erdogan said Tobacco Licensing Victoria will work with licensed retailers to meet obligations while targeting businesses selling illicit tobacco through inspections, intelligence gathering and enforcement action. He said the scheme introduces strong penalties, including significant fines and imprisonment, and allows regulators to suspend or cancel licences, seize illegal products and support police investigations into organised crime. Minister Erdogan said the licensing framework strengthens oversight of tobacco sales and supports coordinated action across enforcement agencies.
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| Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms and Customs Laws) 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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