Official website for Published Impact Analyses for decisions announced by the Australian Government, Ministerial Forums and National Standard Setting Bodies.
Announcement date
25 February 2026
Link to announcement
https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00118/latest/text
Problem being addressed
The Migration Agents Regulations 1998 (MAR) establish the legislative framework for regulating the provision of immigration assistance in Australia by:
Announcement date
5 March 2026
Link to announcement
Competition and Consumer (Industry Code—Electricity Retail) Amendment Regulations 2026
Problem being addressed
Australia’s rapid uptake of rooftop solar is materially reshaping electricity demand and price outcomes in the National Electricity Market (NEM). During periods of high solar generation, wholesale prices are increasingly very low or negative. However, many households particularly renters, apartment dwellers and those without Clean Energy Regulator — are unable to directly benefit from this renewable energy surplus.
Announcement date
12 February 2026
Link to announcement
Problem being addressed
Announcement date
6 March 2014
Link to announcement
http://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Bills_Legislation/Bills_Search_Results/Result?bId=r5187
Announcement date
21 January 2026
Link to announcement
Protecting international students by banning agent commission payments for transfers | Ministers' Media Centre
Problem being addressed
An Impact Analysis exploring three options to strengthen the integrity and quality of the international education sector was published in May 2024: Improving Integrity in the International Education Sector | The Office of Impact Analysis
Announcement date
11 December 2025
Link to announcement
Impact Analysis outcome – Improving water efficiency of commercial ice makers | Water Rating
Problem being addressed
The national stock of commercial ice makers consume a significant quantity of water – over 6.1 GL each year, equivalent to the water used by about 35,000 households.
Currently, commercial ice makers have no minimum water efficiency requirement and suppliers offer variable information to consumers on water usage. As information is unavailable or is presented in a way that makes it difficult to compare, consumers are rarely aware of product water use or operating costs, representing a market failure.
Announcement date
The Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) Board approved Proposal P1060 – Egg food safety and Primary Production requirements on 17 September 2025 and on 14 November 2025 at the Food Ministers’ Meeting, Ministers agreed to not seek a review.
Link to announcement
The announcement can be found in the communiqué of outcomes from the Food Ministers’ Meeting held on 14 November 2025. The approval report and supporting document can be found on the FSANZ web page for Proposal P1060.
Problem being addressed
Announcement date
29 October 2025
Link to announcement
GST-Free Supply (Care) Determination 2025 - Federal Register of Legislation
Problem being addressed
The GST-free Supply (Drugs and Medicinal Preparations) Determination 2015 grants GST‑free status to small packs (containing 25 tablets or less) of analgesics containing aspirin, ibuprofen and paracetamol. This particularly affects the supply of small packs outside pharmacy settings, such as in supermarkets, as larger packs sold in pharmacies are separately GST-free. Remaking the instrument without significant amendments aims to ensure pain medication remains affordable.
The Instrument is due to sunset on 1 October 2025.
Announcement date
22 December 2025
Link to announcement
Government response to the Review of regulatory options for the wine and grape sector - DAFF
Announcement date
23 November 2025
Link to announcement
Stopping unfair trading: subscription traps and hidden fees targeted
Problem being addressed