What This Instrument Is
The Defence Trade Controls (Australian Military Sales Program item) Amendment Determination 2026 is a rule made under the Defence Trade Controls Act 2012. It amends the Defence Trade Controls (Australian Military Sales Program item) Determination 2024.
The instrument is administered by the Department of Defence and relates to military sales program items under defence trade controls.
Timing
The determination took effect on 28 July 2026. The source shows it was in force until 12 October 2026, at which point it was marked as repealed.
What Changed
The source does not specify what the actual content changes were, who within defence industry is affected, or why it was repealed.
Key Actions
- If a business deals in defence exports or is listed under the Australian Military Sales Program, checking with the Department of Defence directly on current requirements is advised, since this determination has been repealed.
- Reviewing the full legislation text and explanatory statement at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00997 is a way to understand the specific amendments made.
- Confirming with Defence Export Controls whether a replacement instrument now applies to trade control obligations is recommended by the source material.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.