Last checked for updates: 23 October 2026

Current bills about: child protection

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3 current bills found.

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NT Online Gambling Companies Must Prevent Customer Harm or Face Fines; Bans on Sign-up Bonuses and Ads for Children; Higher Fines and Longer Time Limits for Gambling Complaints

Racing and Wagering Amendment (Harm Prevention) Bill 2026

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14 Oct 2026: A parliamentary committee is reviewing this bill and can call for public submissions, before reporting back to parliament — this can take up to six months.

NT Statements Made by Young People in Protected Interviews Cannot Be Used in Court and Police Can Hold Charged Youth for Up to 48 Hours

Youth Justice and Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2026

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22 Jul 2026: Passed by Parliament and signed off by the governor.

This bill kicks in: TBA

NT CEO Can Ask Court for Child Family Orders; Fines or Jail for Breaking Family Responsibility Rules

Care and Protection of Children Legislation Amendment (Every Child Matters) Bill 2026

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21 Jul 2026: Passed by Parliament and signed off by the governor.

This bill kicks in: TBA