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Regulatory updates from Federal Register of Legislation explained in plain English for Australian small businesses.

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NDIS Old Framework Plans: Pricing Documents Determination Amended
A new federal determination amends how pricing documents are incorporated into the NDIS Old Framework Plans Determination 2024, registered 23 September 2026.
23 September 2026
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Food Standards Code Schedule 20 updated: maximum residue limits variation APVMA 4, 2026
The APVMA has updated Schedule 20 of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code, changing maximum residue limits for agricultural and veterinary chemicals in
23 September 2026
agricultureretailhospitality
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ATO Notice of Rulings and Withdrawal of Rulings - 23 September 2026
The ATO issued or withdrew one or more tax rulings on 23 September 2026 under the Taxation Administration Act 1953. Details of the specific rulings are not spec
23 September 2026
tradesretailhospitalityprofessional-servicesconstructionhealthcaretransportagricultureeducationfinance
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Australian Design Rules amended by new 2026 instrument
A formal amendment to the Australian Design Rules under the Road Vehicle Standards Act 2018 came into force on 23 September 2026. Details of what changed are in
23 September 2026
transport
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Military Rehabilitation and Compensation (Lump Sum Rate of Interest) Determination 2026
A new determination sets the interest rate for lump sum payments under the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act, effective 23 September 2026.
23 September 2026
professional-servicesfinancehealthcare
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Medicare COAG s19(2) Exemptions Direction for Rural and Remote Western Australia (No. 1) 2026
A federal direction on Medicare benefits for professional services in rural and remote Western Australia was in force from 27 March 2026 to 18 September 2026.
22 September 2026
healthcare
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Sunsetting of Horticulture Industry Code Regulations Deferred by Certificate
A certificate dated 22 September 2026 defers the automatic expiry of the Competition and Consumer (Industry Codes - Horticulture) Regulations.
22 September 2026
agriculture
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Acting Ministerial Arrangements for the Home Affairs Portfolio (No. 8) 2026
A federal notice authorising temporary acting ministerial arrangements for the Home Affairs Portfolio, in force 22 September 2026 to 4 October 2026.
22 September 2026
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Ministerial Decision Following Pharmaceutical Services Federal Committee of Inquiry
A ministerial decision following a Pharmaceutical Services Federal Committee of Inquiry report was registered on 22 September 2026 under the National Health Act
22 September 2026
healthcare
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Free Access to Australian Standards Program: New Legislative Instrument Registered
The Industry Research and Development (Free Access to Australian Standards Program) Instrument 2026 came into force on 22 September 2026. Key facts for business
22 September 2026
tradesconstructionprofessional-services
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Heavy Vehicle Stated Maps - Network Suspension and Amendment Notice 2026 (No.15)
A new notice registered on 22 September 2026 modifies or suspends heavy vehicle network map routes or load limits. Details of affected roads are in the full not
22 September 2026
transporttradesconstruction
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Carrier Licence Granted to 10Radio Pty Ltd
The Australian Government has granted a carrier licence to 10Radio Pty Ltd, gazetted on 22 September 2026. Details on licence conditions are not specified.
22 September 2026
professional-services
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New Vehicle Efficiency Standard Amendment (NVES Integration Date) Determination 2026
A new federal rule amending the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard came into force on 22 September 2026. Plain-English summary of what is known.
22 September 2026
transport
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Major Sporting Events (Indicia and Images) Protection Amendment Act 2026
The federal government has passed Act No. 89 of 2026, amending the Major Sporting Events (Indicia and Images) Protection Act 2014, commencing 18 September 2026.
22 September 2026
retailhospitalityprofessional-services
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Perth Airport declared a security controlled airport under new notice
A new notice registered 22 September 2026 declares Perth Airport a security controlled airport and establishes its airside area, replacing an earlier notice.
22 September 2026
transport
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Sunsetting deferred for treatment-related legislative instruments
The Attorney-General's Department has deferred the automatic expiry of certain treatment-related legislative instruments. Registered 22 September 2026.
22 September 2026
healthcare
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EPBC Act Part 7-9 Decisions Published: 3 August 2026 to 9 August 2026
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has published EPBC Act Part 7-9 decisions for 3 August to 9 August 2026.
22 September 2026
constructionagriculture
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Status of Forces Agreement with Fiji Enters into Force
The Department of Home Affairs has confirmed the Status of Forces Agreement with Fiji entered into force on 22 September 2026 via a formal notice.
22 September 2026
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Sunsetting deferred for Parliamentary Injury Compensation Scheme Instrument
A certificate registered on 22 September 2026 delays the automatic expiry of the Parliamentary Injury Compensation Scheme Instrument under the Legislation Act 2
22 September 2026
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National Health (Authorised Nurse Prescribers) Determination 2026
A new federal rule sets eligibility, approval criteria and conditions for authorised nurse prescribers. In force 21 September 2026.
21 September 2026
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