New Committee Inquiries from the House of Representatives

Inquiry into the Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards Bills 2012

Standing Committee on Climate Change, Environment and the Arts — 31/05/2012 2:08 PM

On 31 May 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the:

Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards Bill 2012; and the Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards (Registration Fees) Bill 2012
Further information on this inquiry will be posted here as it becomes available.

Review of the Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities Annual Report 2010-11

Joint Standing Committee on the National Capital and External Territories — 31/05/2012 3:33 PM

The Committee is empowered to examine matters contained in Annual Reports standing referred to it in the Speaker's Schedule of Annual Reports tabled in the Parliament.

The Committee's interest in this portfolio relates to the management of Australia's interests in Antarctica.

Treaties Ratification Bill

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 16/02/2012 10:40 AM

On 16 February 2012, the House of Representatives Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the following bill:
Treaties Ratification Bill 2012

Presentation Speech

The Committee encourages submissions to its inquiry from any person or organisation with an interest in the Bill by Friday 11 May 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Amendment (Scheme Enhancements) Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Climate Change, Environment and the Arts — 24/05/2012 11:45 AM

On 24 May 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Amendment (Scheme Enhancements) Bill 2012.

Inquiry into workplace bullying

Standing Committee on Education and Employment — 31/05/2012 2:23 PM

On 31 May 2012 the Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, Bill Shorten MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on workplace bullying.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 29 June 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

In order to facilitate electronic publishing of submissions, the Committee would prefer them to be emailed to workplacebullying.reps@aph.gov.au or sent on disk or CD-ROM to the Committee Secretariat in Microsoft Word® or Portable Document Format (PDF).

Inquiry into IT Pricing

23/05/2012 2:21 PM

On 24 May 2012 the Committee resolved to inquire into IT price discrimination, following a request from the Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Senator Stephen Conroy.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 6 July 2012. Submissions should include the name, postal address and phone number of the person or organisation making the submission. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into Crimes Legislation Amendment (Slavery, Slavery-like Conditions and People Trafficking) Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 31/05/2012 2:20 PM

On Thursday 31st May 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Crimes Legislation Amendment (Slavery, Slavery-like Conditions and People Trafficking) Bill 2012.

Inquiry into National Integrity Commissioner Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 31/05/2012 2:19 PM

On Thursday 31st May 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the National Integrity Commissioner Bill 2012.

Inquiry into Maritime Powers Bill 2012; and Maritime Powers (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 31/05/2012 2:18 PM

On Thursday 31st May 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Maritime Powers Bill 2012 and Maritime Powers (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2012.

Inquiry into the Do Not Knock Register Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 24/05/2012 2:17 PM

On Thursday 24th May 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Do Not Knock Register Bill 2012

Inquiry into the Privacy Amendment (Enhancing Privacy Protection) Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 04/06/2012 2:16 PM

On Thursday 24th May 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Privacy Amendment (Enhancing Privacy Protection) Bill 2012.

Inquiry into the Australian Human Rights Commission Amendment (National Children’s Commissioner) Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 24/05/2012 2:15 PM

On Thursday 24th May 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Australian Human Rights Commission Amendment (National Children’s Commissioner) Bill 2012.

Base Infrastructure Works Project under the Base Security Improvement Program

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 23/05/2012 11:06 AM

On Thursday 24 May 2012 the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Base Infrastructure Works Project under the Base Security Improvement Program.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Thursday 5 July 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Review of Auditor-General’s Report Nos 24 to 32 (2011-12)

Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit — 23/05/2012 11:04 AM

The Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit (JCPAA) is required by the Public Accounts and Audit Committee Act 1951 to examine all reports of the Auditor-General which are tabled in the Parliament.
The JCPAA's review procedures are built around a series of public hearings. At these hearings evidence is taken from agencies which have been the subject of recent 'significant' audit findings.

You will find further information about the JCPAA's review procedures for reports of the Auditor-General at Reviewing Reports of the Auditor-General.

On 23 May 2012 the Committee resolved to review the following audit reports tabled between February 2012 and May 2012 in the 43rd Parliament:

Report Nos 24 to 32 (2011-12)

Audit Report No. 29 (2011-2012), Administration of the Australia Network Tender Process

Audit Report No. 31 (2011-2012), Establishment and Use of Procurement Panels

Bills Referred on 24 May 2012

Standing Committee on Economics — 24/05/2012 11:02 AM

On Thursday, 24 May 2012 the Selection Committee referred the following 4 bills to the committee for inquiry and report:

Tax Laws Amendment (2012 Measures No. 2) Bill 2012;
Income Tax (Managed Investment Trust Withholding Tax) Amendment Bill 2012;
Pay As You Go Withholding Non-compliance Tax Bill 2012;
Passenger Movement Charge Amendment Bill 2012;
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the Bills by Thursday, 31 May 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Clean Energy Bills Referred on 24 May 2012

Standing Committee on Economics — 24/05/2012 11:00 AM

On Thursday, 24 May 2012 the Selection Committee referred the following 4 bills to the committee for inquiry and report:

Clean Energy Finance Corporations Bill 2012;
Clean Energy Legislation Amendement Bill 2012
Clean Energy (Customs Tariff Amendment) Bill 2012
Clean Energy (Excise Tariff Legislation Amendment) Bill 2012

New National Archives Preservation Facility and refurbishment of the existing Mitchell facility for the National Archives of Australia at Mitchell, ACT

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 23/05/2012 10:59 AM

On Thursday 25 May 2012 the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on New National Archives Preservation Facility and refurbishment of the existing Mitchell facility for the National Archives of Australia at Mitchell, ACT .
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Thursday 5 July 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into the Migration (Visa Evidence) Charge Bill 2012 and Migration (Visa Evidence) Charge (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2012

Joint Standing Committee on Migration — 10/05/2012 2:47 PM

On 10 May 2012, the House of Representatives Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the following bills:

Migration (Visa Evidence) Charge Bill 2012

Explanatory Memorandum

Migration (Visa Evidence) Charge (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2012

Explanatory Memorandum

Inquiry into the AEC analysis of the FWA report on the HSU

Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters — 16/05/2012 2:45 PM

On Wednesday, 16 May 2012 the Special Minister of State, the Hon Gary Gray AO MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the AEC analysis of the FWA report on the HSU.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Thursday, 21 June 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into the Migration (Visa Evidence) Charge Bill 2012 and Migration (Visa Evidence) Charge (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2012

Joint Standing Committee on Migration — 10/05/2012 2:44 PM

Fourth Review - Rollout of the National Broadband Network

Joint Committee on the National Broadband Network — 17/05/2012 11:35 AM

Pursuant to the Committee's Resolution of Appointment, the Committee will be undertaking its Fourth Review of the Six Monthly Review of the National Broadband Network.

Submissions, media releases and details of public hearings for the Fourth Review are listed below.

Proposed integrated fit-out of new leased premises for the Australian Taxation Office at the site known as 913 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill, Victoria

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 09/05/2012

On Wednesday 9 May 2012 the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Proposed integrated fit-out of new leased premises for the Australian Taxation Office at the site known as 913 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill, Victoria.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Thursday 21 June 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Proposed development and construction of housing for Defence members and their families at Lindfield, NSW

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 10/05/2012 1:55 PM

On Wednesday 9 May 2012 the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Proposed development and construction of housing for Defence members and their families at Lindfield, Sydney.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Thursday 21 June 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Proposed development and construction of housing for Defence members and their families at Weston Creek, ACT

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 09/05/2012 1:54 PM

On Wednesday 9 May 2012 the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Proposed development and construction of housing for Defence members and their families at Weston Creek, Australian Capital Territory.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Thursday 21 June 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Treaties tabled on 8 May 2012

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 08/05/2012 9:30 AM

The Treaties Committee is empowered by its resolution of appointment to inquire into and report on 'matters arising from treaties and related National Interest Analysis and proposed treaty actions presented or deemed to be presented to the Parliament.'
As nearly all treaty actions proposed by the Australian Government are tabled in Parliament, this type of review activity accounts for much of the Committee's work.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 15 June 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Review of the re-listing of Ansar al-Islam (AAI), Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU), Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Lashkar-e Jhangvi (LeJ) as terrorist organisations

Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security — 22/02/2012 9:27 AM

The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security today resolved to review the re-listing of Ansar al-Islam (AAI), Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU), Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Lashkar-e Jhangvi (LeJ) as terrorist organisations for the purposes of paragraph (b) of the definition of terrorist organisation in section 102.1 of the Criminal Code.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Thursday 5 April 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into Health issues across international borders

Standing Committee on Health and Ageing — 02/04/2012 3:56 PM

The Standing Committee on Health and Ageing, after reviewing the 2010-2011 annual report of the Department of Health and Ageing and pursuant to Standing Order 215(c) resolved to inquire into and report on Health issues across international borders.

The Committee will convene a series of roundtable discussions to learn about the challenges for population health in Australia which stem from its proximity to regional neighbours and increased globalisation. Specifically, the Committee will inquire into the screening, surveillance and control practices for infectious diseases in Australia, having regard to the roles and responsibilities of Commonwealth, state and non-government agencies and coordination of their activities in Australia and across regional borders. Full Terms of Reference adopted by the Committee are outlined here.

The Committee will invite various stakeholders to participate in the roundtable discussions. Details will be released in due course.

Agencies or individuals seeking to write to the Committee regarding this inquiry should direct their correspondence to the Committee Secretariat. Details of the Committee Secretariat are outlined below.

Inquiry into the Illegal Logging Prohibition Bill 2011

Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade — 22/03/2012 11:58 AM

On Thursday, 22 March 2012 the House of Representatives Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Illegal Logging Prohibition Bill 2011

Inquiry into the Role of Science for Fisheries and Aquaculture

Standing Committee on Agriculture, Resources, Fisheries and Forestry — 21/03/2012 11:57 AM

On Wednesday, 21 March 2012 the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Senator the Hon. Joe Ludwig, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on The Role of Science for Fisheries and Aquaculture.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Thursday, 3 May 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Wheat Export Marketing Amendment Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Agriculture, Resources, Fisheries and Forestry — 22/03/2012 11:56 AM

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 27 April 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into bills referred 22 March 2012 (Shipping Reforms)

Standing Committee on Infrastructure and Communications — 22/03/2012 10:58 AM

On 22 March 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the following legislation:

the Coastal Trading (Revitalising Australian Shipping) Bill 2012; the Coastal Trading (Revitalising Australian Shipping) (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2012; the Shipping Registration Amendment (Australian International Shipping Register) Bill 2012; the Shipping Reform (Tax Incentives) Bill 2012; the Tax Laws Amendment (Shipping Reform) Bill 2012. Further information on this inquiry will be posted here as it becomes available.

Treaties tabled on 28 February 2012

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 28/02/2012 2:27 PM

The Treaties Committee is empowered by its resolution of appointment to inquire into and report on 'matters arising from treaties and related National Interest Analysis and proposed treaty actions presented or deemed to be presented to the Parliament.'
As nearly all treaty actions proposed by the Australian Government are tabled in Parliament, this type of review activity accounts for much of the Committee's work.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 30 March 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Treaty tabled on 20 March 2012

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 20/03/2012 2:26 PM

The Treaties Committee is empowered by its resolution of appointment to inquire into and report on 'matters arising from treaties and related National Interest Analysis and proposed treaty actions presented or deemed to be presented to the Parliament.'
As nearly all treaty actions proposed by the Australian Government are tabled in Parliament, this type of review activity accounts for much of the Committee's work.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 27 April 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Review of the Department of Regional Development, Regional Australia and Local Government Annual Report 2010-11

Joint Standing Committee on the National Capital and External Territories — 14/03/2012 11:51 AM

The Committee is empowered to examine matters contained in Annual Reports standing referred to it in the Speaker's Schedule of Annual Reports tabled in the Parliament.

Public Hearing
Lord Howe Island - Tuesday, 1 May 2012 Time: TBC Venue: TBC

Inquiry into Dementia: Early diagnosis and Intervention

House Standing Committee on Health and Ageing — 20/03/2012 10:21 AM

On Tuesday 20 March 2012 the Minister for Mental Health, the Hon Mark Butler MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Dementia: Early diagnosis and Intervention.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Wednesday 2 May 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Improvement to fuel storage and supply, Christmas Island, Indian Ocean Territories

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 22/03/2012 3:51 PM

On Thursday 22 March 2012 the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Improvement to fuel storage and supply, Christmas Island, Indian Ocean Territories.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Tuesday 24 April 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Fit-out of Commonwealth Parliamentary offices at 1 Bligh Street, Sydney, NSW

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 22/03/2012 3:49 PM

On Thursday 22 March 2012 the Minister for the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Fit-out of Commonwealth Parliamentary offices at 1 Bligh Street, Sydney, NSW .
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Tuesday 24 April 2012 Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into Judicial Misbehaviour and Incapacity (Parliamentary Commissions) Bill 2012 and Courts Legislation Amendment (Judicial Complaints) Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 15/03/2012 11:04 AM

On Thursday 15 March 2012, the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Judicial Misbehaviour and Incapacity (Parliamentary Commissions) Bill 2012 and Courts Legislation Amendment (Judicial Complaints) Bill 2012.

The Bills and Explanatory Memorandum for the Bills can be found by clicking the links below.

Judicial Misbehaviour and Incapacity (Parliamentary Commissions) Bill 2012 - Explanatory Memorandum

Courts Legislation Amendment (Judicial Complaints) Bill 2012 - Explanatory Memorandum

The Committee is yet to meet to determine the format of the inquiry.

Roundtable on international education

House Standing Committee on Education and Employment — 15/03/2012 11:03 AM

The Committee is conducting a roundtable forum on international education support and collaboration. The public hearing, with invited stakeholder participants, will be held on 3 April 2012 at Parliament House in Canberra.

Inquiry into the Tax and Superannuation Laws Amendment (2012 Measures No. 1) Bill 2012

Standing Committee on Economics — 01/03/2012 2:00 PM

On Thursday, 1st March 2012 the Selection Committee referred the Tax and Superannuation Laws Amendment (2012 Measures No. 1) Bill 2012

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Monday,12 March 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Review of Auditor-General’s Report Nos 10 to 23 (2011-12)

Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit — 29/02/2012 10:47 AM

The Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit (JCPAA) is required by the Public Accounts and Audit Committee Act 1951 to examine all reports of the Auditor-General which are tabled in the Parliament.
The JCPAA's review procedures are built around a series of public hearings. At these hearings evidence is taken from agencies which have been the subject of recent 'significant' audit findings.

You will find further information about the JCPAA's review procedures for reports of the Auditor-General at Reviewing Reports of the Auditor-General.

On 29 February 2012 the Committee resolved to review the following audit report tabled between June 2011 and November 2011 in the 43rd Parliament:

Report Nos 10 to 23 (2011-12)

Audit Report No. 21 (2011-2012), Administration of Grant Reporting Obligations

Corporations Amendment (Phoenixing and Other Measures) Bill 2012

House Standing Committee on Economics — 08/02/2012

On Wedensday, 8 February 2012 the Selection Committe asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Corporations Amendment Phoenixing and Other Measures Bill 2012
On Monday 27 February 2012, the Committee Chair, Ms Julie Owens MP, tabled a statement in the House discharging the Committee's requirement to provide an advisory report on the bills.

Inquiry into the Electoral and Referendum Amendment (Protecting Elector Participation) Bill 2012

Samantha Mannette — 17/02/2012 1:54 PM

On Thursday, 16 February 2012 the Selection Committee referred the Electoral and Referendum Amendment (Protecting Elector Participation) Bill 2012 Electoral and Referendum Amendment (Protecting Elector Participation) Bill 2012 to the Committee for inquiry and report.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions by Friday, 24 February 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Amendment (R 18+ Computer Games) Bill 2012

Dr Anna Dacre — 16/02/2012 1:47 PM

On Thursday 16 February 2012, the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Amendment (R 18+ Computer Games) Bill 2012. The Explanatory Memorandum can be found here.

Inquiry into the Marriage Equality Amendment Bill 2012 and the Marriage Amendment Bill 2012

Dr Anna Dacre — 16/02/2012 1:46 PM

On Thursday 16 February 2012, the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Marriage Equality Amendment Bill 2012 and the Marriage Amendment Bill 2012.
The Committee will be meeting shortly to determine the format of the inquiry.

Further information will be made available on the website on Monday 27 February 2012. Please do not forward any material to the Committee prior to this.

Inquiry into the Aviation Transport Security Amendment (Screening) Bill 2012

Kilian Perrem — 16/02/2012 11:45 AM

On 16 February 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Aviation Transport Security Amendment (Screening) Bill 2012.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by 27 February 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into the Fair Work Amendment (Better Work/Life Balance) Bill 2012

Glenn Worthington — 16/02/2012 9:17 AM

On Thursday 16 February 2012 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Fair Work Amendment (Better Work/Life Balance) Bill 2012.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Date to be Confirmed . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Treaties tabled on 7 February 2012

James Catchpole — 07/02/2012 10:18 AM

The Treaties Committee is empowered by its resolution of appointment to inquire into and report on 'matters arising from treaties and related National Interest Analysis and proposed treaty actions presented or deemed to be presented to the Parliament.'
As nearly all treaty actions proposed by the Australian Government are tabled in Parliament, this type of review activity accounts for much of the Committee's work.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 9 March 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into the Electoral and Referendum Amendment (Maintaining Address) Bill 2011

Ms Sam Mannette — 24/11/2011 10:17 AM

On Thursday, 24 November 2011 the Selection Committee referred the Electoral and Referendum Amendment (Maintaining Address) Bill 2011 to the Committee for inquiry and report.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions by Friday, 27 January 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Review of the Reserve Bank Annual Report 2011 (First Report)

Standing Committee on Economics — 03/11/2011 10:16 AM

The Standing Committee on Economics, can inquire into and report on any annual reports referred to it by the House of Representatives, has agreed to undertake an inquiry into the 2011 Annual Report of the Reserve Bank of Australia (First Report).

Review of the Tax Laws Amendment (2011 No. 9 Measures) Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Economics — 24/11/2011 10:15 AM

On Thursday, 24 November 2011 the Selection Committee referred the Tax Laws Amendment (2011 No. 9 Measures) Bill 2011 to the Committee for inquiry and report.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 9 December 2011. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Review of the Insurance Contracts Amendment Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Economics — 24/11/2011 10:13 AM

On Thursday, 24 November 2011 the Selection Committee referred the Insurance Contracts Amendment Bill 2011 to the Committee for inquiry and report by Wednesday, 8 February 2012.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 13 January 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into the Crimes Legislation Amendment (Powers and Offences) Bill 2011

Dr Anna Dacre — 24/11/2011 1:52 PM

On Thursday 24 November 2011, the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Crimes Legislation Amendment (Powers and Offences) Bill 2011.

The Explanatory Memorandum can be found here.

Inquiry into the Access to Justice (Federal Jurisdiction) Amendment Bill 2011

Dr Anna Dacre — 24/11/2011 1:51 PM

On Thursday 24 November 2011, the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Access to Justice (Federal Jurisdiction) Amendment Bill 2011.

The Explanatory Memorandum can be found here.

Inquiry into residential strata title insurance

Dr Anna Dacre — 24/11/2011 1:51 PM

On 24 November 2011 the Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services and Superannuation, The Hon Bill Shorten MP, asked the Committee, in addition to insurance issues pertaining to natural disasters, to inquire into and report on residential strata title insurance.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Monday 16 January 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information or you can contact the Committee Secretariat.

Inquiry into the Wild Rivers (Environmental Management) Bill 2011

Dr Anna Dacre — 24/11/2011 1:49 PM

On Thursday 24 November 2011, the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Wild Rivers (Environmental Management) Bill 2011.

Inquiry into the Antarctic Treaty (Environment Protection) Amendment Bill 2011

Inquiry Secretary — 24/11/2011 10:34 AM

On 24 November 2011 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Antarctic Treaty (Environment Protection) Amendment Bill 2011.

Inquiry into bills referred on 24 November

Inquiry Secretary — 24/11/2011 10:33 AM

On 24 November 2011 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the following proposed legislation:
the Road Safety Remuneration Bill 2011
the Road Safety Remuneration (Consequential Amendments and Related Provisions) Bill 2011

Review of the Defence Annual Report 2010-2011

Inquiry Secretary — 24/11/2011 1:14 PM

On 24 November 2011, the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade authorised the Defence Sub-Committee to review the Department of Defence Annual Report 2010-2011

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Wednesday 2 February 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Review of Administration and Expenditure No. 10 (2010 - 2011) - Australian Intelligence Agencies

Inquiry Secretary — 24/11/2011 1:13 PM

The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security is required under Section 29 (1)(a) of the Intelligence Services Act 2001, to conduct an annual review of the administration, expenditure and financial statements of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO), Australian Secret Intelligence Service (ASIS), Defence Signals Directorate (DSD), Defence Intelligence Organisation (DIO), Defence Imagery Geospatical Organisation (DIGO) and the Office of National Assessments (ONA).
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Wednesday 2 February 2011. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Treaty tabled on 24 November 2011

James Catchpole — 21/11/2011 9:52 AM

The Treaties Committee is empowered by its resolution of appointment to inquire into and report on 'matters arising from treaties and related National Interest Analysis and proposed treaty actions presented or deemed to be presented to the Parliament.'
As nearly all treaty actions proposed by the Australian Government are tabled in Parliament, this type of review activity accounts for much of the Committee's work.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 27 January 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Proposed Development and Construction of Housing for Defence at Rasmussen, Townsville

Anthony Overs — 24/11/2011 9:51 AM

On 24 November 2011 the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Proposed Development and Construction of Housing for Defence at Rasmussen, Townsville.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 3 February 2012 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Proposed Development and Construction of Housing for Defence at Ermington, Sydney

Anthony Overs — 24/11/2011 9:50 AM

On 24 November 2011 the Special Minister of State, The Hon Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Proposed Development and Construction for Defence at Ermington, Sydney.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 3 February 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into Cybersafety for Senior Australians

James Catchpole — 23/11/2011 11:27 AM

On Wednesday 23 November 2011 the Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Senator the Hon. Stephen Conroy, requested the Committee to inquire into and report on Cybersafety for Senior Australians.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 17 February 2012. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Treaties tabled on 22 November 2011

James Catchpole — 21/11/2011 11:26 AM

Inquiry into Bills referred 3 November 2011

Inquiry Secretary — 03/11/2011

On 3 November 2011 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the following legislation:

The Telecommunications Universal Service Management Agency Bill 2011
Explanatory Memorandum

The Telecommunications Legislation Amendment (Universal Service Reform) Bill 2011
Explanatory Memorandum

The Telecommunications (Industry Levy) Bill 2011
Explanatory Memorandum

Treaty tabled on 21 November 2011

James Catchpole — 21/11/2011 9:37 AM

Annual Report of Committee Activities 2010-2011

Inquiry Secretary — 01/07/2011

On Monday 21 November 2011, the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security tabled its Annual Report of Committee Activities 2010 -2011.

Inquiry into Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Dr Anna Dacre — 08/11/2011 2:14 PM

On 8 November 2011 the Minister for Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs, The Hon Jenny Macklin MP and the Minister for Health and Ageing, The Hon Nicola Roxon MP asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the incidence and prevention of foetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
The Committee requests interested persons and organisations to make a submission that addresses the terms of reference by 9 December 2011. Late submissions will be accepted, please contact the secretariat on 02 6277 2358 to arrange an extension. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiries from hearing and speech impaired people should be directed to Parliament House TTY number 02 6277 7799. Adobe also provides tools at http://access.adobe.com/ for the blind and visually impaired to access PDF documents. If you require any special arrangements to enable you to participate in the Committee's inquiry, please contact the Committee Secretariat

Construction of Projects Two and Three of the Christmas Island New Housing Program

Anthony Overs — 03/11/2011 10:27 AM

On 3 November 2011 the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Construction of Projects Two and Three of the Christmas Island New Housing Program .
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 16 December 2011 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into the Mineral Resource Rent Tax Bills 2011

Standing Committee on Economics — 03/11/2011 1:53 PM

On Wednesday, 2 November 2011 the Treasurer requested the Committee to inquire into and report on the Mineral Resource Rent Tax Bills 2011 by Monday, 21 November 2011.

Minerals Resource Rent Tax Bill 2011

Minerals Resource Rent Tax (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2011

Minerals Resource Rent Tax (Imposition—General) Bill 2011

Minerals Resource Rent Tax (Imposition—Customs) Bill 2011

Minerals Resource Rent Tax (Imposition—Excise) Bill 2011

Petroleum Resource Rent Tax Assessment Amendment Bill 2011

Petroleum Resource Rent Tax (Imposition—General) Bill 2011

Petroleum Resource Rent Tax (Imposition—Customs) Bill 2011

Petroleum Resource Rent Tax (Imposition—Excise) Bill 2011

Tax Laws Amendment (Stronger, Fairer, Simpler and Other Measures) Bill 2011

Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Amendment Bill 2011

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions by Tuesday, 8 November 2011. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into the Defence Trade Controls Bill 2011 and Customs Amendment (Military End-Use) 2011

Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade — 03/11/2011 1:52 PM

On Thursday, 3 November 2011 the House of Representatives Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Defence Trade Controls Bill 2011 and the Customs Amendment (Military End-Use) Bill 2011.

Treaties tabled on 2 November 2011

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 02/11/2011 10:21 AM

The Treaties Committee is empowered by its resolution of appointment to inquire into and report on 'matters arising from treaties and related National Interest Analysis and proposed treaty actions presented or deemed to be presented to the Parliament.'
As nearly all treaty actions proposed by the Australian Government are tabled in Parliament, this type of review activity accounts for much of the Committee's work.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 16 December 2011. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Tax Laws Amendment (2011 Measures No. 8) Bill 2011 and the Pay As You Go Withholding Non-compliance Tax Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Economics — 19/10/2011 12:10 PM

On 19 October 2011 the Selection Committee requested the Committee to inquire into and report on the Tax Laws Amendment (2011 Measures No. 8) Bill 2011 and the Pay As You Go Withholding Non-compliance Tax Bill 2011

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions by Wedensday, 26 October 2011. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Treaty tabled on 13 October 2011

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 13/10/2011 9:44 AM

The Treaties Committee is empowered by its resolution of appointment to inquire into and report on 'matters arising from treaties and related National Interest Analysis and proposed treaty actions presented or deemed to be presented to the Parliament.'
As nearly all treaty actions proposed by the Australian Government are tabled in Parliament, this type of review activity accounts for much of the Committee's work.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 11 November 2011. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

LAND 17 Phase 1A Infrastructure Project

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 12/10/2011 2:34 PM

On 12 October 2011 the Special Minister of State, Mr Gary Gray MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on LAND 17 Phase 1A Infrastructure Project .
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 25 November 2011 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into Australia’s Overseas Representation

Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade — 13/09/2011 2:33 PM

Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade
Committee activities (inquiries and reports)
Inquiry into Australia’s Overseas Representation

On Tuesday, 13 September 2011, the Acting Minister for Foreign Affairs, The Hon. Dr Craig Emerson MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Australia’s overseas representation.
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by WEDNESDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2011 . Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information.

Inquiry into the Telecommunications Amendment (Enhancing Community Consultation) Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Infrastructure and Communications — 22/09/2011 11:45 AM

On 22 September 2011 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Telecommunications Amendment (Enhancing Community Consultation) Bill 2011.

Further information on this inquiry will be posted as it becomes available.

The terms of reference for the inquiry are the text of the Bill, which can be accessed by clicking on the link below:

Telecommunications Amendment (Enhancing Community Consultation) Bill 2011

Review of the rollout of the National Broadband Network (Sep-Dec11)

Joint Committee on the National Broadband Network — 01/09/2011 11:44 AM

The Joint Committee on the National Broadband Network has been established to inquire into the rollout of the project until the NBN is operational.

The Committee was established under a resolution of appointment passed by the House of Representatives on 1 March 2011 and the Senate on 3 March 2011. Its specific Terms of Reference are to report to the Parliament and the Ministers for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy and the Minister for Finance every six months on:

The rollout of the NBN, including in relation to the Government's objective for NBN Co. Limited:

connect 93 per cent of Australian homes, schools and businesses with fibre-to-the premises technology providing broadband speeds of up to 100 megabits per second, with a minimum fibre coverage obligation of 90 per cent of Australian premises; and

service all remaining premises by a combination of next-generation fixed wireless and satellite technologies providing peak speeds of at least 12 megabits per second;

the achievement of take-up targets (including premises passed and covered and services activated) as set out in NBN Co.’s Corporate Plan released on 20 December 2010 as revised from time to time;

network rollout performance including service levels and faults;

the effectiveness of NBN Co. in meeting its obligations as set out in its Stakeholder Charter;

NBN Co.’s strategy for engaging with consumers and handling complaints;

NBN Co.’s risk management processes; and

Any other matter pertaining to the NBN rollout that the Committee considers relevant.

Competition and Consumer Amendment (Horticultural Code of Conduct) Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Agriculture, Resources, Fisheries and Forestry — 22/09/2011 11:41 AM

On 22 September 2011 the House of Representatives Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on:

Competition and Consumer Amendment (Horticultural Code of Conduct) Bill 2011 (PDF 55KB)

Constitutional Corporations (Farm Gate to Plate) Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Agriculture, Resources, Fisheries and Forestry — 22/09/2011 11:38 AM

On 22 September 2011 the House of Representatives Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on:

Constitutional Corporations (Farm Gate to Plate) Bill 2011 (PDF 32KB)

Inquiry into Bills referred on 22 September 2011

Standing Committee on Education and Employment — 22/09/2011 11:33 AM

On Thursday 22 September 2011, the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the following bills:

Education Services for Overseas Students Legislation Amendment (Tuition Protection Service and Other Measures) Bill 2011;
Explanatory Memorandum

Education Services for Overseas Students (Registration Charges) Amendment (Tuition Protection Service) Bill 2011;
Explanatory Memorandum

Education Services for Overseas Students (TPS Levies) Bill 2011; and Explanatory Memorandum

Higher Education Support Amendment Bill (No. 2) 2011 Explanatory Memorandum
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing one or more of the bills by Thursday 6 October 2011. Please refer to our brochure called preparing a submission for more information. Please note there are no other terms of reference for this inquiry.

Inquiry into the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Amendment (Significant Incident Directions) Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Climate Change, Environment and the Arts — 22/09/2011 3:55 PM

On 22 September 2011 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Amendment (Significant Incident Directions) Bill 2011.

Further information on this inquiry will be posted to this page as it becomes available.

Wild Rivers (Environmental Management) Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Agriculture, Resources, Fisheries and Forestry — 22/09/2011 1:25 PM

On 15 September 2011 the House of Representatives Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Wild Rivers (Environmental Management) Bill 2011

Links to the Bills and the Explanatory Memorandum are available from the Committee's website.

Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Amendment (Mining, Petroleum and Water Resources) Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Agriculture, Resources, Fisheries and Forestry — 22/09/2011 1:23 PM

On 15 September 2011 the House of Representatives Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Amendment (Mining, Petroleum and Water Resources) Bill 2011

The link to the Bill is available from the Committee's website.

Treaties tabled on 20 September 2011

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 21/09/2011 9:26 AM

Treaties tabled on 23 August 2011

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 06/09/2011 11:44 AM

Inquiry into Corporations (Fees) Amendment Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Economics — 01/09/2011 10:11 AM

On 31 August 2011 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Inquiry into Corporations (Fees) Amendment Bill 2011.

Inquiry into the use ‘fly-in, fly-out’ (FIFO) and 'drive-in, drive-out' (DIDO) workforce practices in regional Australia

Standing Committee on Regional Australia — 24/08/2011 1:21 PM

On Tuesday 23 August 2011 the Minister for Regional Australia, Regional Development and Local Government, The Hon Simon Crean MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the use ‘fly-in, fly-out’ (FIFO) and ‘drive-in, drive-out’ (DIDO) workforce practices in Regional Australia.

Treaties tabled on 16 August 2011

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 22/08/2011 10:23 AM

Inquiry into the Schools Assistance Amendment Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Education and Employment — 03/08/2011 12:14 PM

Chair made statement discharging the Committee's requirement to provide a report

Superannuation Legislation Amendment (Early Release of Superannuation) Bill 2011

Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services — 14/07/2011 1:18 PM

Chair made statement discharging the Committee's requirement to provide a report

Inquiry into the Legislative Instruments Amendment (Sunsetting) Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 14/07/2011 1:15 PM

Chair made statement discharging the Committee's requirement to provide a report

Inquiry into the Extradition and Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters Legislation Amendment Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 14/07/2011 1:14 PM

On Thursday 7 July 2011, the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Extradition and Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters Legislation Amendment Bill 2011.

Links to the Bill and the Explanatory Memorandum are available from the Committee's website.

Inquiry into Tobacco Plain Packaging - Report tabled

Standing Committee on Health and Ageing — 14/07/2011 1:12 PM

On Thursday 7 July 2011 the Selection Committee asked the Health and Ageing Committee to inquire into and report on the Tobacco Plain Packaging Bill 2011 and the Trade Marks Amendment (Tobacco Plain Packaging) Bill 2011.

Links to the Bills and the Explanatory Memorandum are available from the Committee's website.

Inquiry into the Food Standards Amendment (Truth in Labelling - Palm Oil) Bill 2011

Standing Committee on Economics — 14/07/2011 1:10 PM

On 7 July 2011 the Selection Committee, requested the Committee to review the Food Standards Amendment (Truth in Labelling - Palm Oil) Bill 2011.

The link to the Bill is available from the Committee's website.

Bills referred 6 July 2011 - Report tabled

Standing Committee on Agriculture, Resources, Fisheries and Forestry — 14/07/2011 1:07 PM

On 6 July 2011 the Selection Committee asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Excise Tariff Amendment (Condensate) Bill 2011 and the Excise Legislation Amendment (Condensate) Bill 2011.

Links to the Bills and the Explanatory Memborandum are a vailable from the Committee's website.

Treaties tabled on 5 July 2011

Joint Standing Committee on Treaties — 06/07/2011 3:46 PM

The Treaties Committee is empowered by its resolution of appointment to inquire into and report on 'matters arising from treaties and related National Interest Analysis and proposed treaty actions presented or deemed to be presented to the Parliament.'

As nearly all treaty actions proposed by the Australian Government are tabled in Parliament, this type of review activity accounts for much of the Committee's work.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday, 29 July 2011.

Inquiry into Cybercrime Legislation Amendment Bill 2011 - Report Tabled

Joint Select Committee on Cyber-Safety — 23/06/2011 4:16 PM

On Thursday 18 August 2011, the Joint Select Committee on Cyber-Safety tabled its report on the Review of the Cybercrime Legislation Amendment Bill 2011.

Human Rights Sub-Committee's Review of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Annual Report 2009-10 - Report tabled

Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade — 23/06/2011 4:15 PM

The Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade, being empowered to inquire into and report on any annual reports referred to it by the House of Representatives, has agreed to undertake a review of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Annual Report 2009-10.

The Human Rights Sub-Committee of the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade will examine Australia’s human rights dialogues with China and Vietnam as part of the parliamentary review.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 5 August 2011.

Proposed Contamination Remediation Works, Former Fire Training Area, RAAF Base Williams, Point Cook, Victoria

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 16/06/2011 4:14 PM

On Thursday 16 June 2011 the Special Minister for State, The Hon Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Proposed Contamination Remediation Works, Former Fire Training Area, RAAF Base Williams, Point Cook, Victoria.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 15 July 2011 .

Inquiry into the operation of the insurance industry during disaster events

Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs — 02/07/2011 4:10 PM

On Thursday 2 June 2011 the Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services and Superannuation, The Hon Bill Shorten MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the operation of the insurance industry with specific reference to extreme weather and disaster events.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 15 July 2011.

To gauge community concerns relating to this inquiry, the Committee is conducting an online survey. The survey is targeting members of the community who have made a disaster-related claim on their insurance policies in the last 5 years

Inquiry into Australia's biodiversity in a changing climate - Report tabled

Standing Committee on Climate Change, Environment and the Arts — 02/06/2011 2:42 PM

On Thursday, 2 June 2011 the Minister for Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities, the Hon Tony Burke MP and the Minister for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, the Hon Greg Combet AM MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on Australia's biodiversity in a changing climate.

Proposed Specific Nutritional Capability Project for Defence Science and Technology Organisation at Scottsdale, Tasmania

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works — 01/07/2011 4:13 PM

On Thursday 16 June 2011 the Special Minister of State, The Hon Gary Gray AO, MP, asked the Committee to inquire into and report on the Proposed Specific Nutritional Capability Project for Defence Science and Technology Organisation at Scottsdale, Tasmania.

The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference by Friday 15 July 2011.