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

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National Class 2 4.6m High Livestock Carrier Authorisation Notice 2026 (No.3)
A new national authorisation notice for Class 2 4.6m high livestock carrier vehicles commenced 1 August 2026 and expires 9 February 2029, replacing C2026G00404.
7 August 2026
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Bonney Energy Victoria granted exemption from cash acceptance rules
Bonney Energy Victoria Pty Ltd has been granted a formal exemption from Cash Acceptance Industry Code rules, registered 7 August 2026, with ACCC reporting condi
7 August 2026
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Revocation of National Class 3 Euro VI Wide-Spaced Twinsteer Mass Exemption Notice
The federal government has revoked a mass exemption notice for National Class 3 Euro VI wide-spaced twinsteer heavy vehicles, with cancellation taking effect 28
7 August 2026
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Heavy Vehicle Stated Maps - Network Suspension and Amendment Notice 2026 (No.12)
A new notice amending or suspending heavy vehicle road network access conditions was registered on 7 August 2026. Specific roads and changes are not stated.
7 August 2026
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Notice of Disqualification - Huu Cuong Nguyen - 5 August 2026
A formal disqualification notice dated 5 August 2026 has been issued against Huu Cuong Nguyen under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993.
5 August 2026
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Notice of Disqualification - Wayne Seiler - 5 August 2026
The Department of the Treasury has issued a formal disqualification notice against Wayne Seiler under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993.
5 August 2026
finance
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Notice of Rulings 5 August 2026
The Federal Register of Legislation published a Notice of Rulings dated 5 August 2026. Full ruling content is available at the official source.
5 August 2026
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New Federal Determination Registered for Dingo Population Canis familiaris Wilkerr
The federal government registered a new legal determination on 5 August 2026 relating to the Canis familiaris Wilkerr dingo population under federal environment
5 August 2026
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ATO motor vehicle registries data-matching program - gazette notice 4 August 2026
The ATO published a gazette notice on 4 August 2026 announcing a data-matching program using state and territory motor vehicle registry records.
5 August 2026
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Gazette Notice: Application to Vary Pipeline Licence VIC/PL26 (Bream B to Bream A)
A gazette notice published 4 August 2026 covers an application to vary Pipeline Licence VIC/PL26 for the Bream B to Bream A offshore gas pipeline in Victoria.
5 August 2026
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Gazette Notice: Application to Vary Pipeline Licence VIC/PL29 (Blackback to Mackerel)
A gazette notice dated 4 August 2026 covers an application to vary Pipeline Licence VIC/PL29 for the Blackback to Mackerel offshore pipeline in Victoria.
5 August 2026
transport
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Federal Financial Relations: National Partnership Payments 2026-27 (Payment No. 2)
A Commonwealth determination registered on 4 August 2026 sets National Partnership payment amounts to states and territories for 2026-27 (Payment No. 2).
5 August 2026
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Christmas Island Public and Bank Holidays 2027 Proclaimed
The federal government has proclaimed special public and bank holidays for Christmas Island for 2027. Registered 4 August 2026.
5 August 2026
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Special Public and Bank Holidays 2027 - Territory of Cocos (Keeling) Islands
The federal government has proclaimed special public and bank holidays for the Cocos (Keeling) Islands for 2027. Registered 4 August 2026.
5 August 2026
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APRA Standing Acting Arrangements Amendment (Measures No. 1) Appointment 2026
APRA's internal acting arrangements for senior officials are amended, with changes from 4 August 2026 and a second set commencing 1 September 2026.
5 August 2026
finance
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DRIVEN Program Instrument 2026: Vehicle Electrification Initiative for Dealerships and Repairers
A new federal legislative instrument for the DRIVEN Program supporting vehicle electrification came into force on 4 August 2026. Key facts for businesses.
5 August 2026
retailtransport
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Australian Statistics Advisory Council Member Appointment No. 5 2026
A new member has been appointed to the Australian Statistics Advisory Council under the Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975, recorded 4 August 2026.
5 August 2026
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National Heavy Vehicle Emergency Services Work Diary and Record Keeping Exemption Notice 2026 (No.3)
A new federal exemption notice covers heavy vehicle work diary and record keeping during emergency services work, registered 4 August 2026, expiring 31 January
5 August 2026
transport
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Nominated Carrier Declaration No. 209 - Research and Education Industry Network Telco Pty Ltd
The Department of Infrastructure made Nominated Carrier Declaration No. 209 on 4 August 2026, recognising Research and Education Industry Network Telco Pty Ltd.
5 August 2026
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Whyalla Airport declared security controlled airport under updated notice
A new notice registered 4 August 2026 declares Whyalla Airport a security controlled airport and establishes its airside area, replacing a 2023 notice.
5 August 2026
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