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Adelaide set to house new national algae testing laboratory
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Premier of South Australia Peter Malinauskas have announced a new national testing facility in Adelaide to fast-track brevetoxin testing in shellfish. As part of a jointly funded $28 million algal bloom support package, Agilex Biolabs will develop testing capabilities at its Thebarton lab, reducing delays caused by overseas sample processing. The initiative supports South Australia’s seafood industry and includes grants, mental health support, coastal monitoring, and community funding. The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to food safety and industry resilience amid ecological challenges.
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Celebrating our World Heritage through art
Minister for the Arts Tony Burke and Minister for the Environment and Water Murray Watt have announced the recipients of the inaugural Australian World Heritage Residency Program, part of the Federal Government’s Revive cultural policy. Delivered by Creative Australia, the program places artists in World Heritage sites to create works that reflect Australia’s natural and cultural heritage. Recipients include Jonathan Jones, Science Write Now, and Michael Cook, who will undertake residencies at the Greater Blue Mountains, Wet Tropics of Queensland, and K’gari respectively. The initiative supports cultural storytelling, community engagement, and environmental awareness.
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Allied health services shine bright in Emerald
Assistant Minister for Rural and Regional Health Emma McBride has announced the opening of a new allied health clinic in Emerald, Queensland, fulfilling a 2022 election commitment by the Federal Government. The $2.8 million investment, delivered in partnership with Central Highlands Healthcare Ltd and Country to Coast Primary Health Network, expands access to physiotherapy, psychology, dietetics, speech pathology, occupational therapy, and audiology. The clinic features 10 practice rooms, a large assessment space, and a training facility to support student placements and workforce development. Locals will benefit from reduced travel times and improved access to essential healthcare services.
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ASIC increases its focus on lodgement of financial reports after finding poor compliance by grandfathered companies
High levels of non-compliance by previously grandfathered companies to lodge their financial reports has prompted ASIC to increase its intensity of reviews and launch a broader crackdown. 'Financial reports provide shareholders, creditors and the public with important information to enable them to make informed decisions when dealing with these companies,' said ASIC Commissioner Kate O'Rourke. 'Companies should be lodging their financial reports in a timely manner. Regular and consistent reporting instils confidence and integrity in our financial system.'
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WA: More support for homebuyers as Keystart increases price limits
WA Treasurer Rita Saffioti has announced an increase to property price limits on Keystart loans, expanding access to affordable housing across Western Australia. Effective immediately, the limit for low-deposit loans rises from $730,000 to $800,000, while shared equity loan limits increase from $615,000 to $660,000. The Federal Government’s reforms to Keystart now allow regular reviews of price limits based on market data from the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia. These changes aim to align loan eligibility with current property prices and support more Western Australians in achieving home ownership.
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| Electricity Infrastructure Investment Amendment (Priority Network Projects) Act 2025 |
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| Identity Protection and Recovery Act 2025 |
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| Children's Guardian Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Local Court Amendment (Jurisdiction) Act 2025 |
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| Statute Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2025 |
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| Community Housing Providers (Adoption of National Law) Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Conveyancing and Real Property Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Racing and Wagering Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Defamation Legislation Amendment Act 2025 |
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| Youth Justice Legislation Amendment Act 2025 |
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Victoria
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| Roads and Ports Legislation Amendment (Road Safety and Other Matters) Act 2025 |
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| Transport Legislation Amendment (Vehicle Sharing Scheme Safety and Standards) Act 2025 |
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Federal
The Federal Parliament will next sit from 25 - 28 August 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 (estimates) from 2 - 4 September 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 9 - 11 September 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 2 - 4 September 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 (estimates) from 26 - 28 August 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 19 - 21 August 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 19 - 21 August 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 26 - 28 August 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 19 - 21 August 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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