Public consultations
The Australian Government is increasingly using the internet to provide a channel for public consultations on specific topics. These consultations link to agency websites where the relevant agency has published a discussion or consultation paper, which can be responded to via the internet or by postal mail. These public consultations are targeted to anyone who is interested as well as experts, peak bodies and interest groups. Using the internet for public consultations enables government to engage more directly and widely with the public in the development of citizen-centered policy and programs.
Current consultations
Development of the retail corporate bond market: streamlining disclosure and liability requirements - discussion paper
Submissions close 10 February 2012
Hosted by the Treasury
Advancing quality in higher education - discussion papers
Submissions close 17 February 2012
Hosted by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations
Australia in the Asian century - white paper
Submissions close 26 February 2012
Hosted by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
National energy savings initiative - issues paper
Submissions close 27 February 2012 at 4 pm AEST
Hosted by the Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency
Gift cards in the Australian market - issues paper
Submissions close 2 March 2012
Hosted by the Treasury
Fair Work Act review
Submissions close 17 February 2012. Supplementary submissions, including comments on the submissions of other participants, are due by 2 March 2012
Hosted by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations
Draft energy white paper 2011 - strengthening the foundation for Australia's energy future - public consultation
Submissions close 16 March 2012
Hosted by the Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism
Reforming flood insurance: a proposal to improve availability and transparency - consultation paper
Submissions close 30 March 2012
Hosted by the Treasury
National anti-corruption plan - public consultation
Submissions close 30 March 2012
Hosted by the Attorney-General's Department
Chemical security measures for precursors to homemade explosives – public consultation
Submissions close 30 March 2012
Hosted by the Attorney-General's Department
Recently closed consultations
Reforms to modernise and harmonise insolvency - proposals paper
Submissions closed 3 February 2012
Hosted by the Treasury
Consolidation of Commonwealth anti-discrimination laws - discussion paper
Submissions closed 1 February 2012
Hosted by the Attorney-General's Department
Draft ten year roadmap for national mental health reform
Survey closed 1 February 2012
Hosted by the Department of Health and Ageing
Proposed amendments to the Corporations Act - discussion paper
Submissions closed 30 January 2012
Hosted by the Treasury
Proposed design of the national regulatory system for community housing - public consultation
Submissions closed 20 January 2012
Hosted by the National Regulatory System for Community Housing
More consultations
Business consultation (www.business.gov.au)
Are you an Australian business owner, association or interested in business? Register on this website to be consulted on proposed or existing business regulations.
http://www.consultation.business.gov.au/bepconsultation/
Public consultation (Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority)
The national independent regulator of pesticides and veterinary medicines requests comments on existing and draft operational notices.
http://www.apvma.gov.au/consultation/index.php
Public consultation (National Health and Medical Research Council)
The NHMRC is keen to ensure that the Australian community has the best opportunity to participate in developing NHMRC reports. This page lists the current opportunities.
http://consultations.nhmrc.gov.au/
Public consultation (Takeovers Panel)
Before the Takeover Panel introduces or amends any procedural rules or guidance notes, they will normally publish the consultation draft on its website for public consideration, with an appropriate period for responses (usually at least six weeks).
http://www.takeovers.gov.au/content/ListDocuments.aspx?Doctype=CP
Recent reports issued for comment (National Transport Commission)
The NTC's role is to lead transport regulatory reform nationally to meet the needs of transport users and the broader community for safe, efficient and sustainable land transport. This page lists recent NTC reports issued for public comment.
http://www.ntc.gov.au/RFCList2004.aspx
