Overview

The Department of Home Affairs has registered a legislative instrument titled the Customs (Places of Detention - Norfolk Island) Directions 2026. The instrument came into force on 25 September 2026.

What the instrument covers

The instrument deals with designated places of detention under customs law on Norfolk Island. It includes provisions relating to personal privacy during searches and transitional arrangements.

What the source does not specify

The source summary does not specify which particular locations are designated as places of detention, what the precise privacy search requirements are, or what the transitional provisions contain. The full instrument text is available at the Federal Register of Legislation.

Where to find the full text

The complete instrument is published on the Federal Register of Legislation at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01294. Alerts for updates to this instrument can be set up by visiting that page and selecting the alert option.

This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.