Media releases

2005

Pearce announces insolvency reform package

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce MP, today announced an integrated package of reforms to improve the operation of Australia’s insolvency laws.

Pearce seeks comment on draft FSR refinement regulations

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, Chris Pearce, today released draft regulations implementing a number of proposed refinements to Financial Services Regulation (FSR).

Don't swing on the ring

A mandatory safety standard for basketball rings and backboards introduced today by the Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce MP, will help parents keep children safe

Release of the Productivity Commission's Inquiry Report on Part X of the Trade Practices Act 1974 : International Liner Cargo Shipping

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce MP, today announced the release of the Productivity Commission's inquiry report on Part X of the Trade Practices Act 1974

Government consults on proposals to refine ASIC's audit inspection powers

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce MP, today released a consultation paper on proposals in relation to the powers of the Australian Securities and Investments Com

Government accepts senate committee recommendation on National Access Regime Bill

Today the Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce MP, announced the Government’s response to the Senate Economics Legislation Committee’s report to the Senate, Provisio

Launch of the National Indigenous Consumer Strategy

Yesterday the Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon.

National Indigenous Consumer Strategy Launch

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon.

6150 jobs for Queensland as census 2006 nears

Today, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce MP, observed that the next national Census of Population and Housing is not far away.

Pearce commends review of Australia-New Zealand memorandum of understanding on business law

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce MP, today released the terms of reference for a proposed review of Australia and New Zealand’s Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) o

ABS publication charges are now history for internet users

Today, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, The Hon. Chris Pearce MP, was one of the first to download a free copy of an Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) publication.

Safety warning about ‘pocket’ or ‘monkey’ bikes

The safety of miniature replica motorcycles – also known as ‘pocket’ or ‘monkey’ bikes – is under national investigation, The Hon Chris Pearce MP, Parliamentary Secretary to the Treas

National action on slam-dunk dangers

National action to introduce government regulations mandating a safety standard for basketball rings and backboards was announced today by the Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, The Hon Chri

Release of Principles for the Appointment of Consumer Representatives

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Honourable Chris Pearce MP, has today released the final version of the document Principles for the Appointment of Consumer Representatives:

Reappointment of chairman of Superannuation Complaints Tribunal

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce, MP, today announced the reappointment of Mr Graham McDonald as Chairman of the Superannuation Complaints Tribunal.

Improvements to the National Access Regime

Today the Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce MP, introduced into Parliament a set of reforms to enhance the effectiveness of the National Access Regime.

Directors of corporate trustees gain certainty and confidence

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Hon Chris Pearce MP, announced today that the Government would restore certainty for those acting as directors of corporate trustees, followi

Pearce announces expanded role for the Commonwealth Consumer Affairs Advisory Council

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, the Honourable Chris Pearce MP, today announced that he has expanded the role of the Commonwealth Consumer Affairs Advisory Council.

A new standard and safety campaign for baby bath aids

“Water and unsupervised children can be a dangerous combination”, the Hon Chris Pearce, Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer and Keepwatch Ambassador, warned when launching a new safety s

Royal Australian Mint building refurbishment project

The operational efficiency of the Royal Australian Mint (the Mint) will be enhanced through refurbishment of the Mint building located in the Australian Capital Territory.