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

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Reporting standard determination No. 9 of 2026 registered under financial sector data law
A new reporting standard determination (No. 9 of 2026) was registered on 6 October 2026 under the Financial Sector (Collection of Data) Act 2001.
6 October 2026
finance
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2026 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix Named a Significant Event Under Radiocommunications Rules
The federal government has declared the 2026 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix a significant event, regulating radiocommunication device use at the venue from 6
6 October 2026
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Defence Force Discipline (RCDVS Implementation and Related Measures No. 1) Transitional Rules 2026
The Defence Force Discipline (RCDVS Implementation) Transitional Rules 2026 cover military disciplinary proceedings only. No impact on small businesses.
6 October 2026
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Therapeutic Goods Manufacturing Rules Formally Amended
The federal government registered an amendment to Australia's therapeutic goods manufacturing rules on 6 October 2026. Read what is known and where to find deta
6 October 2026
healthcare
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Agricultural and Veterinary Chemical Products Levy: New Payment Dates Direction 2025
A new legislative instrument sets prescribed payment dates for the agricultural and veterinary chemical products levy, in force from 9 December 2025 to 2 Octobe
3 October 2026
agriculture
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Federal Financial Relations: National Partnership Payment Determination No. 4 for 2026-27
The Commonwealth has registered a determination authorising a government-to-government funding transfer to states and territories under the Federal Financial Re
2 October 2026
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Pipeline Licence WA-19-PL Varied: Jansz-Io to Barrow Island Pipeline
Pipeline Licence WA-19-PL covering the Jansz-Io to Barrow Island pipeline in Western Australia was varied and gazetted on 2 October 2026.
2 October 2026
transport
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Notice of Disqualification – Krystal Scott – 2 October 2026
APRA has issued a formal disqualification notice against Krystal Scott dated 2 October 2026, prohibiting her from acting as a superannuation fund trustee.
2 October 2026
finance
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Booderee Botanic Gardens entry prohibition in force from 2 October 2026
A notifiable instrument prohibits entry and remaining within Booderee Botanic Gardens in Booderee National Park, in force from 2 October 2026.
2 October 2026
transportagricultureeducation
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Notice of Disqualification – Andrew Billiet - 2 October 2026
A formal disqualification notice for Andrew Billiet under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 took effect on 2 October 2026.
2 October 2026
finance
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Notice of Disqualification – Christopher Grant - 2 October 2026
A formal disqualification notice has been issued against Christopher Grant under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993, effective 2 October 2026.
2 October 2026
finance
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Health Insurance Legislation Amendment (2026 Measures No. 3) Regulations 2026
The Health Insurance Legislation Amendment (2026 Measures No. 3) Regulations 2026 came into force on 2 October 2026. Read the full details here.
2 October 2026
healthcare
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Automatic Mutual Recognition: Notification Requirements for Shot Firers in Tasmania
A new federal rule sets notification requirements for shot firers using automatic mutual recognition to work in Tasmania. Registered 2 October 2026.
2 October 2026
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Agricultural and Veterinary Chemical Products Levy: New Payment Dates Direction 2026
The 2026 Direction sets prescribed levy payment dates and instalment arrangements for agricultural and veterinary chemical products, replacing the 2025 Directio
2 October 2026
agriculture
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UN Sanctions List Updated: Charter of the United Nations (Listed Persons and Entities) Amendment (No. 4) Instrument 2026
Australia's UN sanctions list has been updated as of 2 October 2026. See what this amendment means for businesses dealing with international parties.
2 October 2026
financetransportretailprofessional-servicesagriculture
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Notice of Disqualification – Melanie Grant - 2 October 2026
A formal disqualification notice has been issued against Melanie Grant under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993, dated 2 October 2026.
2 October 2026
finance
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Fair Work Amendment (Fixed Term Contracts) Regulations 2026
New federal regulations amending fixed term contract rules under the Fair Work Regulations 2009 came into force on 2 October 2026. Read what is known.
2 October 2026
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List of Exempt Native Specimens updated for Bass Strait Central Zone Scallop Fishery
The List of Exempt Native Specimens has been amended to cover the Commonwealth Bass Strait Central Zone Scallop Fishery, effective 2 October 2026.
2 October 2026
agriculture
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Defence Conditions of Service Amendment Determination No. 17 2026
A new legislative instrument amends ADF conditions of service across five schedules, covering allowances and training. Effective 2 October 2026.
2 October 2026
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Aged Care Rules Updated: March Indexation, Registered Nurse Rules, and Care Minutes Changes
The Aged Care Legislation Amendment (March Indexation and Other Measures) Rules 2026 amends aged care rules across multiple commencement dates from late March 2
2 October 2026
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