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Biosecurity border inspection fees amended: Biosecurity Charges Imposition (Customs) Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Regulations 2026
A 2026 regulation amended biosecurity inspection fees charged at the Australian border on imported goods. The regulation is no longer in force.
1 October 2026
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Territory Central Authority designated for the Australian Capital Territory
The Attorney-General's Department has gazetted a formal designation of a Territory Central Authority for the ACT, effective 1 October 2026.
1 October 2026
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Public and Educational Lending Rights (Better Income for Authors) Act 2026 Commences 1 October 2026
The Public and Educational Lending Rights (Better Income for Authors) Act 2026 commenced on 1 October 2026, confirmed by a Commencement Proclamation.
1 October 2026
educationprofessional-services
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ASIC Corporations (Amendment) Instrument 2026/772
ASIC Corporations (Amendment) Instrument 2026/772 was registered and came into force on 1 October 2026. Details of what it changes are in the full text.
1 October 2026
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Short-Lived Update to Food Standards Code Residue Limits Instrument (F2026L01345) Now Repealed
APVMA instrument F2026L01345 varied Schedule 20 food residue limits, was in force 1-6 October 2026, and has now been repealed.
1 October 2026
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Appointment of Chief Judge Advocate Revocation Instrument 2026
A Defence Force instrument revoked the 2020 Chief Judge Advocate appointment under the Defence Force Discipline Act 1982, effective 1 October 2026.
1 October 2026
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Petroleum Retention Lease WA-19-R Renewed (2026)
The Federal Register of Legislation published a notice on 1 October 2026 confirming the renewal of Petroleum Retention Lease WA-19-R.
1 October 2026
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Notice of Renewal of Petroleum Retention Lease WA-21-R (2026)
The Federal Register of Legislation published a gazette notice on 1 October 2026 recording the renewal of offshore petroleum retention lease WA-21-R.
1 October 2026
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Notice of Renewal of Petroleum Retention Lease WA-23-R (2026)
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources published a gazette notice on 1 October 2026 confirming renewal of Petroleum Retention Lease WA-23-R.
1 October 2026
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Defence (Individual Benefits) Determination (No. 11) 2026
The Defence (Individual Benefits) Determination (No. 11) 2026 covers a payment to Defence personnel in place of rent allowance. No impact on small business.
1 October 2026
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Norfolk Island Airport declared security controlled - new notice registered
A new official notice declares Norfolk Island Airport a security controlled airport and establishes its airside area, registered 1 October 2026.
1 October 2026
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New Members Appointed to the Tax Practitioners Board (2026)
The Assistant Treasurer has appointed new members to the Tax Practitioners Board under the Tax Agent Services Act 2009, registered 1 October 2026.
1 October 2026
professional-servicesfinance
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Workers' Compensation Licence Variation - Wilson Parking Australia 1992 Pty Ltd (No 57 of 2026)
The federal government has varied the workers' compensation licence held by Wilson Parking Australia 1992 Pty Ltd, registered 1 October 2026.
1 October 2026
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Plum Grove Logistics granted bulk wheat access rights at Geraldton port terminal
A federal determination grants Plum Grove Logistics access rights at Geraldton port terminal for bulk wheat, registered 27 June 2025 and running to 30 September
1 October 2026
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Torres Strait Tropical Rock Lobster (Kaiar) Total Allowable Catch Set for 2025
The federal government has set a Total Allowable Catch for Tropical Rock Lobster (Kaiar) in the Torres Strait fishery for 2025. Key details inside.
1 October 2026
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Port Terminal Access Determination for CHSB Bulk Terminal Pty Ltd, Geelong 2025
A formal determination governs bulk wheat access at CHSB Bulk Terminal Pty Ltd in Geelong from 17 December 2025 until 30 September 2026.
1 October 2026
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Torres Strait Tropical Rock Lobster (Kaiar) Total Allowable Catch Amended for 2026
The total allowable catch for Tropical Rock Lobster (Kaiar) in the Torres Strait fishery has been amended, registered 13 February 2026, ceasing 30 September 202
1 October 2026
agriculture
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Poisons Standard June 2026: Australia's national scheduling rules for medicines and controlled drugs
The Poisons Standard June 2026 sets Australia's scheduling rules for medicines, poisons and controlled drugs, in force from 28 May 2026 to 30 September 2026.
1 October 2026
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Temporary reduction in minimum fuel stock levels to secure regional supply (2026)
A temporary federal rule reduces minimum diesel and gasoline stockholding requirements for fuel suppliers from 1 June 2026 to 30 September 2026 to secure region
1 October 2026
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Digital ID Amendment (Redress Framework) Rules 2026
The Digital ID Amendment (Redress Framework) Rules 2026 amend the Digital ID Rules 2024, in force 15 June 2026 and repealed after 30 September 2026.
1 October 2026
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