Australian Regulatory Updates

A federal direction under the Fisheries Management Act 1991 closes a specific area of South Australian waters to fishing from 1 July 2026.

A technical migration rules update on child visa application arrangements was in force from 21 September 2026 to 22 September 2026 and is now repealed.

New Commonwealth long service leave regulations registered on 21 September 2026 replace the 2016 rules covering service calculation and salary definitions.

The Health Legislation Amendment Act 2026 (No. 90) received royal assent on 18 September 2026, introducing transparency and premium regulation rules.

A new 2026 legislative instrument sets out when vessels or vehicles exposed to biosecurity risks are exempt from biosecurity control, replacing the 2016 version

Marine Order 54 (Coastal Pilotage) Amendment Order 2026 was registered on 21 September 2026 and amends the coastal pilotage framework under the Navigation Act 2

A new notifiable instrument under the Social Security Act 1991 was registered on 21 September 2026. Read what is known and where to find the full text.

The Biosecurity (Negative Pratique) Instrument 2026 sets out which incoming aircraft and vessels can receive pratique without a full biosecurity inspection.

The Biosecurity (Human Health) Regulations 2026 commenced 21 September 2026, replacing the 2016 rules. Learn what the new regulations cover.

How to fix a mistake in a QRO Online transaction or electronic lodgement workspace in Queensland, including contact details and response times.

The Queensland Revenue Office is running free payroll tax seminars in Toowoomba on 21 October 2026, covering fundamentals, grouping, and contractor provisions.

A Notice of Disqualification for Cameron James Adams was published on the Federal Register of Legislation, dated 21 September 2026.

The Federal Register of Legislation has published a Notice of Disqualification for Michelle Renee Adams, dated 21 September 2026, administered by the Department

The Migration (Designated Areas) Instrument 2026 came into force on 21 September 2026, specifying designated areas under migration law and repealing an earlier

The Competition and Consumer (Industry Code—Bulk Wheat) Regulations 2026 came into force on 21 September 2026, replacing the 2014 Port Terminal Access regulatio

A formal observer appointment to Housing Australia took effect on 21 September 2026. This internal governance action carries no compliance obligations for busin

A short-term acting arrangement authorised a minister in the Treasury portfolio to exercise ministerial powers from 21 September to 24 September 2026.

The Knox Class Action (Facilitation) Act 2026 amends the NDIS Act, Social Security Act 1991, and Veterans' Entitlements Act 1986. Learn what changed.

Phoenix activity involves directors closing a company to avoid debts, then trading through a new one. Learn how to report it and what options exist for creditor

ASIC INFO 43 explains shareholder rights in liquidation, voluntary administration and receivership, including share transfers and capital loss rules.