Overview
The Narcotic Drugs Amendment (Fees) Regulations 2026 is a federal legislative instrument that amended the Narcotic Drugs Regulation 2016. The amendments relate to fees under the Narcotic Drugs Act 1967. The instrument was administered by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Key dates
- Registered: 17 June 2026
- In force from: 17 June 2026
- Repealed: 7 September 2026
What the instrument changed
The instrument amended the Narcotic Drugs Regulation 2016, specifically dealing with fees under the Narcotic Drugs Act 1967. The source does not specify what fee amounts were changed or what the Schedule 1 amendments contained.
Current status
This amending regulation was repealed as of 7 September 2026. The Narcotic Drugs Regulation 2016 remains the principal instrument governing fees in this area.
Key actions
- Check the Narcotic Drugs Regulation 2016 directly at legislation.gov.au if your business holds a licence under the Narcotic Drugs Act 1967, as this instrument amended the fees applicable under that regulation.
- Contact the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing to confirm the current fee schedule that applies to licence renewals or applications, as this amending regulation has now been repealed as of 7 September 2026.
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