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NSW strata rules tightened with new penalties and broader levy payment plans
NSW strata law changes took effect on 23 October 2026, the latest stage of a wider package of reforms. This round aims to make owners corporations, developers and strata managers more accountable, and it gives owners who have fallen behind […]
Queensland’s new bail rules for serious offenders take effect on 30 November
Queensland’s new bail rules for serious offenders take effect 30 November Queensland’s new bail rules for serious offenders come into force on 30 November 2026 late on 29 October 2026. It builds on the first three tranches of the Government’s […]
Queensland Opposition Bill proposes new strangulation offences for domestic and coercive relationships
The Queensland strangulation Bill, introduced by the state’s Labor Opposition, would overhaul the law on strangulation and similar conduct. It would extend the law beyond domestic relationships to other coercive relationships for the first time. The Criminal Code (Non-fatal Strangulation) […]
Canberra suburbs open to new housing options under updated plan
Missing middle housing is now easier to build across Canberra. New Territory Plan changes came into effect on 1 July 2026, opening up established suburbs to types of housing that were previously much harder to build. What the missing middle […]
Queensland photo ID replacements and seatbelt penalty rules updated from December 2026
What changed Queensland photo ID card replacement. Card holders can now apply for a replacement card in three situations: the information on the card is wrong; they know or reasonably suspect the card has been damaged, lost or stolen; or […]
Qantas and Jetstar to cut more domestic flights and raise fares as fuel bill climbs
Qantas and Jetstar fare rises are set to continue into next year, and Australian travellers will also have fewer flights to choose from. On Friday, Qantas said it would cut more domestic capacity across its two airlines and keep raising […]
Mounjaro PBS listing process ends after Eli Lilly steps back
The Mounjaro PBS listing process has officially ended. Eli Lilly Australia has confirmed it will not list tirzepatide, sold as Mounjaro, on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for type 2 diabetes. The company announced the decision in April 2026, saying […]
Personal care contributions end and aged care complaints data goes public
Support at Home personal care: what changed From 1 October 2026, Support at Home personal care no longer attracts a contribution for older people approved to receive it. The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission’s latest Quality Bulletin also covers […]
DVA drops pre-approval hurdle as new fee items take effect
What changed with DVA prior financial approval DVA prior financial approval is no longer needed for a range of DVA-funded health services. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) has removed the requirement for providers to seek approval before delivering these […]
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