Media releases

2023

ACCC Deputy Chair appointment

The Albanese Government will reappoint Mick Keogh OAM as a Deputy Chair of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for a further five years from 30 May.

Australian Centre for Evaluation to measure what works

The 2023‑24 Budget includes $10 million over four years to establish an Australian Centre for Evaluation (ACE) in the Australian Treasury.

Empowering consumers and small businesses through a designated complaints function

As part of the Albanese Government’s Better Competition election commitment, consumer and small business advocates will be empowered to raise systemic complaints within the Australian Competition a

Asian Development Bank meeting in Republic of Korea

I leave today for the Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank in Incheon, Republic of Korea.

Australian Competition Tribunal appointments

Today the Albanese Government is pleased to announce seven important appointments to the Australian Competition Tribunal (the Tribunal).

Helping charities and small business

This week, the Albanese Government has introduced the Treasury Laws Amendment (Refining and Improving Our Tax System) Bill 2023 (the Bill) into Parliament.

ABS to commence regular Time Use Survey in 2024

The Australian Bureau of Statistics will conduct the Time Use Survey on an on-going basis from 2024.

What should the 2026 Census ask about?

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has today opened the first phase of public consultations on topics for the 2026 Census of Population and Housing.

Agreement reached on reform of charitable fundraising laws

Charities have long told their governments that they are wasting time complying with inconsistent and outdated fundraising rules across the states and territories.

Harnessing generosity, boosting philanthropy

A once‑in‑a‑generation review of Australian philanthropy has kicked off.

2022

Appointments – Associate Members (cross appointees) – Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

The Albanese Government has today reappointed Ms Nerida O’Loughlin PSM and Mr James Cameron, and appointed Dr Derek Johnston, as part‑time Associate Members of the Australian Competition and Cons

Final commemorative coin design featuring Queen Elizabeth II effigy released

Today, the Royal Australian Mint has released the design of the obverse side to be used on commemorative Australian coins following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Avoiding charity scams over Christmas

The Albanese Government is urging Australians to give generously to charities over the Christmas period but to be aware of fake charity scams.

Supporting tourism and accommodation providers to set their own prices

The Albanese Government is delivering on its commitment to support tourism and accommodation providers to set their own prices when guests contact them to book directly.

Susan Woodward to head Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission

Today I announce the appointment of Ms Susan Woodward AM as the full-time Commissioner to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) for a five-year period commencing on 12 De

Charities consultations conclude in Darwin

The nation’s largest charity consultation reached Darwin yesterday, as the Albanese Government meets with charities across the country to discuss how to rebuild their role in communities.

Tax treaty network expansion

The Albanese Government will expand Australia’s tax treaty network to support its commitment to boost international trade and investment, provide improved certainty to taxpayers and guard against t

ACCC report into digital platform services

The Albanese Government welcomes the release of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) latest report into digital platform services.

Beneficial ownership register - consultation

The Albanese Government has opened consultation on the design features for the first phase of a publicly available beneficial ownership register.

Ensuring large corporates pay their fair share of tax

The Albanese Government is committed to improving compliance, closing tax loop-holes and enhancing transparency to ensure that there’s money for the services Australians expect.