Last checked for updates: 23 October 2026

Current bills about: detention

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FED New Defence Mental Health Tribunal Can Order Up to 10 Years' Detention for Mentally Impaired Service Members

Defence Force Discipline Amendment (RCDVS Implementation and Related Measures No. 1) Bill 2026

detention legal rights mental health military courts military justice service tribunals

17 Sep 2026: Passed by Parliament and signed off by the governor.

This bill kicks in: TBA

House of Representatives

Senate

Assent

FED Continuing Detention Orders for Terrorist Offenders

Counter-Terrorism Legislation Amendment Bill 2026

counter terrorism detention law enforcement powers national security privacy surveillance

20 Aug 2026: This bill has passed its first house and is now before the second house for its own debate.

House of Representatives

Senate

Assent

FED Removal of Natural Justice Requirements for Third Country Reception Arrangements

Home Affairs Legislation Amendment (2025 Measures No. 1) Bill 2025

detention due process human rights immigration offshore processing refugee processing visa decisions

4 Sep 2025: Passed by Parliament and signed off by the governor.

This bill kicks in: TBA

House of Representatives

Senate

Assent