Media releases

The Government has recently appointed and reappointed the following part‑time members to the Takeovers Panel (the Panel) for a three‑year period beginning on 30 April 2024.

The Albanese Government is strengthening the financial system to provide victims of financial services misconduct with access to redress and compensation.

The Albanese Government urges Australians to be vigilant to scammers targeting ATO log in details to commit tax fraud.

Today, the Albanese Government has introduced the first tranche of legislation to deliver its comprehensive package of reforms to ensure Australians have access to quality and affordable financial

Today, the Assistant Treasurer has accepted the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s recommendation to implement a new safety standard for bicycle helmets.

A new report by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission shows the Albanese Government’s plan to crack down on scammers is working.

The Albanese Government is opening consultation on draft legislation to regulate Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) products in Australia.

The Albanese Government will introduce a financial sector regulatory initiatives grid to make sure the standard business of regulation is carried out in a more coordinated way.

The Albanese Government is consulting on options to improve the superannuation performance test to deliver a dignified retirement for more Australians.

The Albanese Government has finalised the Rules to support the full operation of the Financial Accountability Regime as it begins to come into force later this month.

The Albanese Government is working to improve insurance affordability as more severe weather events contribute to higher costs.

Meta’s decision to no longer pay for news content in a number of jurisdictions represents a dereliction of its commitment to the sustainability of Australian news media.

The Albanese Government has appointed Mr Howard Insall SC as the part‑time Chairperson of the Companies Auditors Disciplinary Board (CADB) for a three‑year period.

The Albanese Government has appointed the following six new part‑time members to the Ministerial pool for the Insolvency Practitioner Registration and Disciplinary Committees (IPRDC), each for a th

The Government is delivering on its election commitment to give victims of financial services misconduct access to redress and compensation.

The Albanese Government urges Australians to be vigilant to romance scams as Valentine's Day approaches.

The Albanese government’s scam crackdown shows early signs of success, with scam losses down and call disruption technology saving potential victims from major losses.

As 2023 heads into holiday season, people are being reminded that some toys and batteries can pose a risk to young children and babies.

The Albanese Government is strengthening the superannuation system to deliver better outcomes for the 16 million Australians with superannuation savings.

The Government will implement all recommendations of Treasury’s review of the News Media and Digital Platforms Mandatory Bargaining Code (the Code).