Media releases

2022

Advice for last minute Christmas shoppers

Consumers are being reminded to be careful online and instore as the last‑minute Christmas shopping spree gets into full swing.

Improving access to justice for class actions

New regulations have come into effect to support access to justice for class action plaintiffs.

Modernising Australia's financial system

The Albanese Government is delivering reforms to modernise Australia’s financial system, positioning our economy to embrace new economic opportunities and respond to future challenges.

Call for pre-Budget submissions

The Albanese Government is inviting individuals, businesses and community groups to submit their ideas and priorities for the 2023-24 Budget.

Be alert for scams this Xmas

Christmas holidays are a time for celebration and relaxation. But it’s also a time that scammers and fraudsters use to target unsuspecting consumers.

Release of News Media Bargaining Code Review

The Albanese Government has released the final report of Treasury’s statutory review into the News Media Bargaining Code.

Expanded CDR legislation to make online tasks safer and easier

The Albanese Government is committed to helping Australians better manage rising costs.

Expanding Consumer Data Right to non-bank lenders

Australian consumers deserve to have their data working for them, securely and safely.

Increasing super fund transparency

Working Australians deserve the highest standards of accountability from their super funds so they get the best performance for their contributions.

Buy Now Pay Later consultations open

Australia’s modern, digitally-enabled economy leads the world in innovation, and consumer protections need to keep pace.

Consumer Data Right goes live for energy sector

Australian consumers deserve to have their data working for them, securely and safely.

Appointment to Financial Reporting Council

The Albanese Government has today appointed Ms Emma Herd as a part‑time member of the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) for a three‑year period, bringing valuable climate and sustainabili

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.

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.

Delay to financial adviser registration

Today, the Albanese Government is announcing that it will delay the financial adviser registration requirement until 1 July 2023.

Tax cheats put on notice

Australians expect everyone to pay their fair share of tax. But new ATO figures released today show an estimated annual shortfall of $33.4 billion between tax owed and tax paid.

Landmark funding to help reduce insurance costs

An Albanese Government initiative to help reduce the cost of insurance in communities at risk of natural disasters, will enhance mitigation measures and drive better outcomes for insurance holders.

Remaking sunsetting Superannuation Auditor Registration Imposition Regulations

The Albanese Government has released for public consultation the Superannuation Auditor Registration Imposition Regulations 2022 (the Regulations) which remake and improve the operation of

Director ID campaign launch

The Albanese Government is today launching a new awareness campaign to help company directors get their director identification number (director ID) as the 30 November deadline quickly approac

New Westpac scam prevention centre welcomed

Protecting Australians from scammers is a key priority for the Albanese Government.