Australia’s Privacy Act update: August 2026

On 31 August 2026, the Australian Government released the exposure draft Privacy Amendment (Personal Data Protection) Bill 2026.

The Bill proposes some of the most significant changes to Privacy Act since its introduction. The consultation period is open – so now is the time to have your say.

Get in touch with one of our privacy partners, Ella Cannon, Raph Goldenberg, Kaye Ho or Jeremy Snow.

This content is provided for reference only and may not be current on the date of access. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such.

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