What this instrument does
The federal government has registered an exemption instrument - the Competition and Consumer (Industry Codes—Cash Acceptance) (Viva Energy Retail Pty Ltd) Exemption Instrument 2026 - granting Viva Energy Retail Pty Ltd a formal exemption from obligations under the Competition and Consumer (Industry Codes - Cash Acceptance) Regulations 2025.
The instrument was registered on 7 October 2026 and is administered by the Department of the Treasury. It is currently in force.
What the instrument covers
The instrument sets out specific conditions Viva Energy Retail Pty Ltd must meet to qualify for the exemption. It also includes a repeal provision.
The full text of the conditions, the commencement date, and the specific cash acceptance obligations covered by the exemption are contained in the instrument itself. Those details are not reproduced here.
Key actions
- If you operate a fuel or convenience retail business under the Viva Energy or Liberty brand, check whether this exemption applies to your specific outlets by viewing the full instrument at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026N00748.
- If you operate any retail business and are unsure whether the cash acceptance rules apply to you, check the Competition and Consumer (Industry Codes - Cash Acceptance) Regulations 2025 at https://www.legislation.gov.au to understand your obligations.
- To receive alerts when this instrument or related cash acceptance rules are updated, register for a My Account alert at https://www.legislation.gov.au.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.