Environment Single-use plastics legislation passes in Senate Mischa Fubler outlines the Act, which would lessen their usage over time May 20, 2026
Politics Consultation launched to address wage disparities The deadline for feedback on the Pay Transparency Policy is June 30 May 20, 2026
General Launch of data collection for 2026 Census One person can respond for a household and must include everyone who usually lives and sleeps at the home as of May 20 May 20, 2026
General Astor House earmarked to address homelessness The Union Street property will house people released from correctional facilities Mar 31, 2026
Politics Budget passed in Senate after weeks of debate The Appropriations Act 2026 passes without objection in the Upper House Mar 27, 2026
Politics It’s official: Municipalities reforms struck down by Senate Independent and opposition senators vote against the Municipalities Reform Act 2026 Mar 26, 2026
Politics Municipalities reform Bill returns, again, to Upper House A mistake in process means that senators will be asked to consider legislation at next sitting Mar 25, 2026
Politics Senate passes payroll tax reductions The Payroll Tax Amendment and Validation Act 2026 is among several Bills approved in the Upper Chamber Mar 25, 2026
Politics New senator calls for work to improve healthcare David Rogers, OBA senator, says island must build an affordable and sustainable system for the community Mar 25, 2026
Transport Senate approves 10% reduction in car licensing fees The duty cut, hailed as relief for families, has been scheduled to come into effect on April 1 Mar 23, 2026
Transport Ridesharing given the green light by senators The Motor Car (Ridesharing) Amendment Act 2026 is approved despite opposition Mar 20, 2026
Labour Parental leave for non-biological guardians approved The Employment Amendment Act 2026 will offer adoptive parents the same level of time off as their biological counterparts Mar 20, 2026
