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

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National Heavy Vehicle Standards (Special Purpose Vehicles) Exemption Notice 2026 (No.1)
A new exemption notice for special purpose heavy vehicles is in force from 11 August 2026 and expires 15 August 2031. Read what the notice covers.
11 August 2026
transport
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Private Health Insurance Levy Regulations Amended, Later Repealed
A technical amendment to private health insurance medical device and human tissue levy regulations was registered, then listed as repealed on the Federal Regist
11 August 2026
healthcarefinance
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Wine Equalisation Tax: New Foreign Exchange Conversion Rule for New Zealand Wine Producers
A new Australian rule sets how New Zealand wine producers convert foreign currency when calculating their Wine Equalisation Tax producer rebate, from 11 August
11 August 2026
agricultureretail
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National Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle (up to 40t) Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2026 (No.2)
A new federal exemption notice covers special purpose vehicles up to 40 tonnes under National Class 1 permits, commencing 16 August 2026 and expiring 15 August
11 August 2026
transportconstruction
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Notice of Disqualification – Michael Downes – 11 August 2026
The Department of the Treasury has issued a Notice of Disqualification against Michael Downes, dated 11 August 2026, recorded on the Federal Register of Legisla
11 August 2026
finance
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Notice of Disqualification – Russell Jones - 10 August 2026
The Department of the Treasury has issued a formal disqualification notice against Russell Jones, dated 10 August 2026, registered as F2026N00574.
11 August 2026
financeprofessional-services
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Medicare Benefits Direction for Victoria Single Employer Model Trial (2025) - Now Repealed
A federal direction covering Medicare benefits for medical services under Victoria's Single Employer Model Trial was in force from 5 January 2026 to 30 June 202
11 August 2026
healthcare
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CASA EX47/26: ATC Licence Holders at Ballina Aerodrome Recency and Currency Exemption 2026
CASA issued a temporary exemption for ATC licence holders at Ballina Aerodrome from recency and currency requirements, active 17 June to 9 August 2026.
10 August 2026
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Notice of Disqualification - Tracey Louise Browne - 23 June 2026
The Department of the Treasury has issued a disqualification notice against Tracey Louise Browne, registered on 10 August 2026. Reference: F2026N00439.
10 August 2026
financeprofessional-services
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Notice of Disqualification - Scott Alexander Browne - 23 June 2026
The Department of the Treasury has issued a Notice of Disqualification against Scott Alexander Browne, dated 23 June 2026 and registered 10 August 2026.
10 August 2026
financeprofessional-services
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National Health and Medical Research Council Regulations 2026 replace 2016 rules
The NHMRC Regulations 2026 came into force on 10 August 2026, replacing the 2016 regulation and updating consultation notice requirements.
10 August 2026
healthcare
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Treasury Laws Amendment (Professional Standards Schemes) Regulations 2026
New regulations amend ASIC, Competition and Consumer, and Corporations rules under two schedules commencing August and September 2026. Key facts for businesses.
10 August 2026
financeprofessional-services
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Notice of Disqualification - Anthony Draper - 7 August 2026
The Federal Register of Legislation has published a Notice of Disqualification relating to Anthony Draper, dated 7 August 2026, administered by the Department o
10 August 2026
financeprofessional-services
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Notice of Confirmation of Disqualification – Alexia Dew – 6 August 2026
The Federal Register of Legislation has published a Notice of Confirmation of Disqualification for Alexia Dew, dated 6 August 2026 and registered 10 August 2026
10 August 2026
finance
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Currency (Australian Coins) Amendment (2026 Royal Australian Mint No. 7) Determination 2026
Technical update to Australian coin specifications made under the Currency Act 1965, registered 10 August 2026. No business obligations are imposed.
10 August 2026
finance
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Cairns Airport security controlled airport declaration updated - August 2026
A new notice registered on 10 August 2026 updates the declaration of Cairns Airport as a security controlled airport and its airside area boundaries.
10 August 2026
transportretailhospitality
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Health Insurance Amendment (Assignment of Medicare Benefits) Regulations 2026: What's Changed
A federal update to Medicare benefit assignment rules took effect 1 July 2026, amending the Health Insurance Regulations 2018. Details below.
10 August 2026
healthcare
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ACT Integrity Commission declared a criminal law-enforcement agency under telecommunications interception law
A new federal declaration formally recognises the ACT Integrity Commission as a criminal law-enforcement agency under the Telecommunications (Interception and A
10 August 2026
professional-servicesfinance
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Cash Acceptance Code Exemption Granted to K S & C A Hunt & Son Pty Ltd
The federal government granted a formal Cash Acceptance industry code exemption to K S & C A Hunt & Son Pty Ltd, registered 10 August 2026.
10 August 2026
retailhospitalitytrades
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Woomera Prohibited Area Rules 2026: What the New Access Rules Cover
The Woomera Prohibited Area Rules 2026 replace the 2014 rules, introducing red, amber and green zones and a transition period from 1 July to 31 December 2026.
8 August 2026
constructiontransport