Media releases

Today, we have declared Sunday’s Bondi attack a terrorist incident for the purposes of the Terrorism and Cyclone Insurance Act 2003, based on advice from relevant agencies and followi

The Albanese Government is acting to strengthen consumer protections and improve stability and confidence in the superannuation and financial services sectors which are critical to investment and p

The Albanese Government has released draft legislation to exclude activities related to gambling and tobacco from Research and Development Tax Incentive eligibility.

The Albanese Government has appointed Dr Scott Farrell as the Data Standards Chair for Digital ID and Consumer Data Right (CDR) for a two‑year period from 10 December 2025.

The Albanese Government is taking the next important steps to protect Australians from scams.

Joint media release with the Hon Anthony Albanese MP, Prime Minister of Australia, the Hon Jason Clare MP, Minister for Education, and the Hon Andrew Giles MP, Minister for Skills and Training.

The Albanese Government has introduced new legislation to the Parliament to help unlock innovation and protect Australians investing in digital assets.

The Albanese Government has introduced legislation to give Australians the confidence to undertake genetic testing without worrying about the effect on their access to affordable life insurance.

The Albanese Government is protecting vulnerable Australians from perpetrators who misuse the tax and corporate systems to commit financial abuse and coercive control.

The Albanese Government is inviting individuals, businesses and community groups to submit their ideas and priorities for the 2026–27 Budget.

Joint media release with the Hon Anika Wells MP, Minister for Communications

Labor’s new legislation to require employers to pay their employees’ super at the same time as their salary and wages has passed Parliament.

The Albanese Government is advancing the next phase of reforms to strengthen Australia’s financial reporting system, delivering more adaptable and future ready standard setting arrangements.

The Albanese Government has appointed Ms Maha El Dimachki as the independent reviewer of the Enhanced Regulatory Sandbox (ERS).

The Albanese Government is urging Australians to take just a few minutes to check if they have any lost or unclaimed super.

The Albanese Government’s increased investment in university‑based tax clinics is benefitting an increased number of vulnerable Australians with free tax assistance.

The Albanese Government is today releasing exposure draft regulations to make sure those people who rely on cash can still use it for essential purchases.

The Albanese Government has today released the second edition of the Regulatory Initiatives Grid (RIG), an important tool to enhance transparency, coordination, and engagement across the financial

Joint media release with the Hon Jim Chalmers MP, Treasurer

Today, the Albanese Labor Government has introduced legislation to require super to be paid on payday, a reform that will benefit the retirement incomes of millions of Australians.