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Media releases
2022
Release of Financial Accountability Regime Minister rules for consultation
The Albanese Government has today released the Financial Accountability Regime Minister rules 2022 (Minister rules) for public consultation.
Consultations out for faith-based superannuation legislation
Australians of faith should be able to choose a super fund that invests in accordance with their beliefs.
Hayne Royal Commission recommendations advanced
The Albanese Government is finalising the response to the Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry (FSRC) recommendations and the 2016 Review
Consultation open on Your Future, Your Super
The Albanese Government will always look for ways to strengthen Australia’s world-class superannuation system.
Youpla Group Funeral Benefits Program begins Wednesday
The Albanese Government is delivering on its commitment to support the families of deceased Youpla Group policy holders, so they can get on with Sorry Business and bury their loved ones.
Unfair hurdles to class action funding unwound
The Albanese Government has today released draft regulations which unwind the previous government’s unfair treatment of class action plaintiffs.
Notice of AMM disclosure rules finalised
The Governor‑General and the Executive Council have today approved updated regulations relating to requirements for superannuation funds to disclose expenditures with the Annual Member’s Meeting no
Exposure draft legislation: Small business tax incentives
Draft legislation released today will introduce two tax incentives that support small businesses to train and upskill employees, and improve their digital and tech capacity.
Modernising business communications in Treasury portfolio laws
The Australian Government is committed to reducing costs for consumers and businesses by addressing unnecessary barriers to the use of digital communications in Treasury portfolio laws.
Effectiveness and capability review of ASIC
The Albanese Government has today tabled in Parliament the Effectiveness and Capability Review of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) undertaken by the Financial Regulator A
Consultation open on financial adviser education standards
It has never been harder for Australians to access quality financial advice.
Improving Corporations and Financial Services Law
The Australian Government is today inviting comment on two suites of exposure d
Work underway on crypto asset reforms
The Albanese Government will improve the way Australia’s regulatory system manages crypto assets, to keep up with developments and provide greater protections for consumers.
Extending CDR to non-bank lenders
Australian borrowers could benefit from proposed new obligations to empower them to switch lenders and get the best deal.
Assistant Treasurer and superannuation investors visit to Indonesia and Singapore
The Australian Government is committed to strengthening our trade and investment relationships with Southeast Asia.
Albanese Government supporting Australian businesses through eInvoicing Week
The Albanese Government is committed to saving Australian businesses time and money and is encouraging them to participate in eInvoicing Week, which kicks off today.
Upcoming consultation on financial adviser professional standards
The Albanese Government recognises the importance of quality and affordable financial advice and is committed to ensuring the professionalisation of the financial advice industry.
Pacific Islands Forum Economic Ministers Meeting
The Australian Government is committed to our Pacific partnerships, and to strengthening and developing regional solutions to shared economic challenges.
Review of the ASIC Industry Funding Model
The Albanese Government has commenced a review of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) Industry Funding Model (IFM) and has issued a
Public consultation begins on Multinational Tax Integrity and Transparency
The Albanese Government has released a discussion paper for public consultation on our election commitment to ensure that multinationals pay their fair share.