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

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Carrier Licence Granted to Commtel Network Solutions Pty Ltd
The Australian government has granted a carrier licence to Commtel Network Solutions Pty Ltd under the Telecommunications Act 1997, gazetted 28 August 2026.
29 August 2026
professional-servicesfinance
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CASA EX66/26: DAMP Exemption for Maintenance Organisations Outside Australian Territory
CASA has registered an exemption from certain DAMP requirements for aviation maintenance organisations located outside Australian territory, effective 28 August
29 August 2026
transport
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CASA EX72/26: Design of Temporary Modifications or Repairs (Special Flight Permit) Instrument 2026
CASA has registered EX72/26, covering design of temporary modifications or repairs for aircraft under a Special Flight Permit, registered 28 August 2026.
29 August 2026
trades
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Highly Specialised Drugs Program: Hepatitis B and C accreditation requirements removed, nurse practitioners can now prescribe Ruxolitinib
A federal rule effective 28 August 2026 removes accreditation requirements for Hepatitis B and C medicines and allows nurse practitioners to prescribe Ruxolitin
29 August 2026
healthcare
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CASA EX73/26: Overseas Training, Assessment and Instrument Proficiency Check Exemption 2026
CASA has registered exemption EX73/26, dated 28 August 2026, covering overseas pilot training, assessment and instrument proficiency checks under the Civil Avia
29 August 2026
transport
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List of Exempt Native Specimens updated for Queensland Commercial Trawl (Fin Fish) Fishery
The List of Exempt Native Specimens has been amended to cover the Queensland Commercial Trawl (Fin Fish) Fishery, effective 28 August 2026.
29 August 2026
agriculture
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Consent to sale or disposal of business - South West Slopes Credit Union Ltd
APRA has formally consented under the Banking Act 1959 to the sale or disposal of South West Slopes Credit Union Ltd's business, published 28 August 2026.
29 August 2026
finance
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PBS October 2026 Flow-On Price Reductions for Combination Items: Ministerial Determination
A one-day PBS determination issued 28 August 2026 covers October 2026 flow-on price reductions for brands of combination items under the National Health Act 195
29 August 2026
healthcare
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PBS combination medicine price reductions: October 2026 determination
A ministerial determination sets flow-on price reductions for certain PBS combination medicines taking effect in October 2026. Details of what changed.
29 August 2026
healthcare
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Remuneration Tribunal Amendment Determination (No. 4) 2026
The Remuneration Tribunal has amended pay and allowance rules for federal judicial officers and public office holders, registered 28 August 2026.
29 August 2026
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Disqualification Notice: Matthew Glenn Thompson Barred from Superannuation Trustee Roles
Matthew Glenn Thompson was formally disqualified on 17 June 2026 from acting as a trustee or responsible officer of a superannuation fund under the SIS Act.
29 August 2026
finance
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News Journalism Payments Act 2026: What news media businesses need to know
The News Journalism Payments Act 2026 commenced 26 August 2026, establishing payments and grants for eligible news media corporations based on editorial workfor
29 August 2026
professional-serviceseducationfinance
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Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Amendment Act (No. 2) 2026
The ASIO Amendment Act (No. 2) 2026 amends the ASIO Act 1979 and Intelligence Services Act 2001 across six areas, in force 26 August 2026.
29 August 2026
professional-servicesfinance
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News Journalism Payments (Consequential Amendments) Act 2026: What the legislation says
The News Journalism Payments (Consequential Amendments) Act 2026 updates the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 to align with a new news journalism payments fram
29 August 2026
professional-servicesfinanceretail
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Notice of Disqualification - Amber Walsh - 28 August 2026
APRA has issued a formal disqualification notice against Amber Walsh dated 28 August 2026 under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993.
29 August 2026
finance
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Notice of Disqualification - Jenna Nowlan - 28 August 2026
A formal disqualification notice against Jenna Nowlan was registered on 28 August 2026 under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993.
29 August 2026
finance
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Notice of Disqualification - Amy McGregor - 27 August 2026
A formal disqualification notice for Amy McGregor under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 was registered on 28 August 2026.
29 August 2026
finance
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Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 2) Act 2026: Four Tax Changes for Businesses and Investors
The Tax Reform No. 2 Act 2026 covers loss carry back offsets, a $20,000 instant asset write-off, a PNG Chiefs exemption, and negative gearing changes.
29 August 2026
retailtradesconstructionprofessional-servicesfinance
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News Media Bargaining (Administration) Act 2026: What small businesses need to know
The News Media Bargaining (Administration) Act 2026 creates a levy on large digital platforms. Here is what the law says and who it targets.
29 August 2026
retailhospitalitytradesprofessional-servicesfinance
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Airworthiness Directive AD/F2000/14 Amendment 1 - State of Design
Amendment 1 to Airworthiness Directive AD/F2000/14 was registered on 24 August 2026. Learn what this State of Design directive covers.
24 August 2026
transport