What this instrument does
The Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation (Specified Persons and Acts) Amendment (Governor-General and Spouse) Declaration 2026 is a technical legislative instrument made under the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988. It amends an existing declaration that specifies which persons and acts are covered under the Commonwealth workers compensation scheme, adding the Governor-General and their spouse to that list.
Administered by
This instrument is administered by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.
Dates
- Registered: 18 June 2026
- In force from: 18 June 2026
- Repealed: 7 September 2026
The source does not specify why the instrument was repealed or what replaced it.
Effect on small businesses
This instrument relates solely to workers compensation coverage for the Governor-General and their spouse under Commonwealth law. It does not affect private employers or their staff.
Further information
The full legislative text and explanatory statement are available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00762.
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