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Media releases
2024
Albanese Government announces National Tax Clinic program expansion
Australians will have greater access to free and simple tax advice thanks to the Albanese Labor Government, with the expansion of the National Tax Clinic program.
Payday superannuation design details to ensure super is paid on time
The Albanese Government will require super to be paid on payday, a reform that will benefit the retirement incomes of millions of Australians.
Albanese Government helping more Australians retire with dignity
The Albanese Government is helping more Australians retire with dignity by taking further steps to improve the superannuation system.
Albanese Government unveils Scams Prevention Framework for public consultation
The Albanese Labor Government is releasing landmark legislation to establish the Scams Prevention Framework for public consultation.
Total ban on the use of adverse genetic testing results in life insurance
The Albanese Government will end the ability to discriminate based on adverse predictive genetic test results by banning their use in life insurance underwriting.
Albanese Government tables report of the Statutory Review of Meetings and Documents Amendments
Today, the Albanese Government has tabled the report of the Statutory Review of the Meetings and Documents Amendments.
Albanese Government launches Scams Awareness Week
The Albanese Government is urging Australians to take protective actions, like not clicking links in text messages, verifying phone numbers, and keeping across the latest advice from the National A
Albanese Government response to the independent review of continuous disclosure regime amendments
Today, the Government has published its response to Dr Kevin Lewis’ independent review of the 2021 Amendments to Australia’s continuous disclosure laws.
Albanese Government to reset Consumer Data Right
The Albanese Government will reset the Consumer Data Right (CDR) to deliver better consumer outcomes.
Albanese government lifts professional standards for tax practitioners
The Australian Government recognises the vital role that tax practitioners play and is committed to working with them to strengthen integrity and accountability in the tax system.
Albanese Government welcomes new infant product safety standards
The Albanese Government has implemented the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s recommendation to make new mandatory safety and information standards for infant sleep products.
Consultation on the eligibility requirements for tax practitioner registration with the Tax Practitioners Board is now open
Today, the Albanese Government has released a consultation paper reviewing the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) registration requirements for tax practitioners.
Albanese Government backs Pacific banking for stability and prosperity in our region
The Albanese Government is making further investments to help prevent the loss of banking services in the Pacific.
The ATO joins the Australian Financial Crimes Exchange
The Albanese government is implementing a world leading anti‑scam plan, that has already seen scam losses fall for the first time since 2016.
Albanese government passes financial advice laws
The Albanese government has passed the first tranche of legislation to deliver its comprehensive package of reforms to ensure Australians have access to quality and affordable financial advice.
Albanese Labor Government support for small business passes Parliament
The Albanese Labor Government’s practical measures to support millions of small businesses and help them invest and grow has passed the Parliament today.
Appointment – Inspector-General of Taxation
The Albanese Government has appointed Ms Ruth Owen CBE as the Inspector‑General of Taxation (IGT) for a five‑year period commencing on 15 July 2024.
Government joins cutting edge intel tool to fight scammers
Today the Albanese Government will join a cutting‑edge intel exchange between Australian banks, telecommunications companies, digital platforms, and the Australian Financial Crimes Exchange (AFCX).
Singapore delegation a show of strength against scammers
This week the Assistant Treasurer will lead a delegation to Singapore to strengthen collaboration on our scammer crack down across the region.
Government introduces consumer protections for Buy Now Pay Later
The Albanese Government will today introduce new consumer protection legislation for Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) that will see BNPL operators regulated as consumer credit.