What has changed
The federal government has registered the Security of Critical Infrastructure Legislation Amendment (Enhanced Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program) Rules 2026. This rule amends the Security of Critical Infrastructure (Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program) Rules (LIN 23/006) 2023.
Dates
- Registered: 9 June 2026
- In force from: 9 June 2026
- Repealed: 7 September 2026
Legislative basis
The rule is made under the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 and is administered by the Department of Home Affairs.
What the amendment covers
The amendment modifies the existing risk management program rules under LIN 23/006. The source document does not specify the precise changes made to those rules.
Key actions
- If your business operates critical infrastructure - such as electricity, gas, water, telecommunications, data storage, or financial systems - check whether this amendment to LIN 23/006 affects your risk management program obligations by reading the full rule text at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00701.
- If you are uncertain whether your business is classified as a critical infrastructure asset under the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018, contact the Department of Home Affairs for guidance.
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