Sanctions List for Russia and Ukraine Designated Persons

The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has updated the Autonomous Sanctions List, continuing the effect of designations and declarations for persons and entities related to Russia and Ukraine. This amendment ensures ongoing sanctions measures are in place.

Child Care Subsidy Secretary’s Rules 2017

The Australian Department of Education has updated the Child Care Subsidy Secretary's Rules 2017. This legislative instrument, authorized by the A New Tax System (Family Assistance) Act 1999, outlines requirements for child care subsidy payments and provider approvals. The latest version is effective February 27, 2026.

Overseas Students Notice Requirements Instrument 2026

The Australian Department of Education has issued the Education Services for Overseas Students (Notice Requirements—Student Defaults) Instrument 2026. This instrument updates the requirements for educational institutions regarding notices of student defaults under the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000.

Health Insurance Midwife and Nurse Practitioner Services Determination 2020

The Health Insurance (Section 3C Midwife and Nurse Practitioner Services) Determination 2020, issued under the Health Insurance Act 1973, outlines the conditions under which midwife and nurse practitioner services are covered by health insurance in Australia. This determination specifies the treatment of these services, including general requirements and specific provisions for pathology and labour/birth services.

Marine Orders Miscellaneous Amendment Order 2026 (No. 3)

The Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts has issued the Marine Orders Miscellaneous Amendment Order 2026 (No. 3). This legislative instrument amends existing marine orders under the Navigation Act 2012.

Maritime Transport Prohibited Items Determination 2026

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has issued the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security (Prohibited Items) Determination 2026. This legislative instrument, authorized by the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003, defines specific items that are prohibited in maritime transport.

Migration Regulations 1994 Amendment

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has updated the Migration Regulations 1994. This amendment, effective March 1, 2026, involves a citation change and backcapture in accordance with the Legislative Instruments Act 2003.

Radiocommunications Transmitter Licence Tax Determination 2025

The Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts has issued the Radiocommunications (Transmitter Licence Tax) Determination 2025. This legislative instrument sets the tax rates for transmitter licences.

Social Security Determination for NT Flooding

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has issued a determination under the Social Security Act 1991 to provide social security assistance related to flooding in the Northern Territory during February-March 2026. This determination specifies the conditions and eligibility for affected individuals.

Social Security Determination for Queensland Flooding

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has issued a determination under the Social Security Act 1991 to provide social security assistance related to rainfall and flooding in Queensland during February to March 2026. This determination specifies the conditions and eligibility for affected individuals.