Media releases

The Albanese Government is urging Australians to be vigilant to criminal scammers this holiday season.

The Albanese Government is continuing to strengthen trust and integrity in our tax system as part of our comprehensive response to the PwC tax leaks scandal.

The Albanese Government is taking action so Australians can continue to pay with cash for essential items if they want to or need to.

The Albanese Government has today released a new tool to better streamline and coordinate regulation in the financial sector to help build a more competitive, dynamic and productive economy.

The Albanese Government has appointed Dr Ian Oppermann as the Data Standards Chair for Digital ID and Consumer Data Right (CDR) for a two‑year period (beginning on 1 March 2025).

Australia’s relationship with New Zealand has always been close and comprehensive, underpinned by generations of deep friendship and close cooperation.

The Albanese Government is implementing improvements to the superannuation system to help more Australians retire with dignity.

The Albanese Government will establish the News Bargaining Incentive to ensure large digital platforms contribute to the sustainability of news media in Australia.

Commonwealth, State, Territory and New Zealand Consumer Affairs Ministers met on Tuesday 10 December 2024 to renew their commitment to strengthen consumer protections across the country.

The Albanese Government welcomes the Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s commitment to establish banking operations in Nauru in 2025.

The Albanese Government has reappointed 24 members to the Financial Services and Credit Panel (FSCP) for a three‑year period beginning on 1 January 2025.

The Albanese Government is announcing further details of its next package of reforms to ensure Australians have access to quality and affordable financial advice.

The Albanese Government is working with industry and regulators to develop a fit for purpose digital asset regulatory regime, to build a more dynamic and competitive economy.

The Albanese government is proposing a new digital competition regime for big tech to protect consumers, and bolster innovation and competition.

The Albanese Labor Government has passed legislation that will hold large multinationals to account on their tax affairs, protect Australians who use Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) services and support t

The Albanese Labor Government has today passed the Superannuation Objective Bill 2023 to strengthen Australia’s retirement income system.

Today the Albanese Government has taken another step to reset the Consumer Data Right (CDR) and improve how the CDR can better serve consumers.

The Albanese government is inviting individuals, businesses, and community groups to submit their ideas and priorities for the 2025–26 Budget.

The Albanese Government is taking action to reform the retirement phase of superannuation so the system delivers a better retirement for more Australians.

The Albanese Government has appointed Mr Brad Potter as a part‑time accounting member beginning on 18 February 2025 and reappointed Ms Kerrie Howard as a part‑time business