NSW Abolition of Coal Innovation NSW

Coal Innovation Administration Amendment Bill 2026

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

Legislative Assembly

Legislative Council

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coal innovation energy resources mineral resources mining industry

Introduced by: Michael Daley MP (ALP)

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Effects of this bill

If this bill passes, it means that:

Ends the operation of Coal Innovation NSW.
Removes the powers and functions of Coal Innovation NSW.
Stops payments from the Coal Innovation Administration Fund to Coal Innovation NSW.
Removes the Minerals Council from the Act's definitions.
Lets regulations include transitional rules when other Acts amend the Coal Innovation Administration Act 2008.

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Coal Innovation Administration Amendment Bill 2026

Mr MICHAEL DALEY, Attorney General — 2026-06-03

As part of the release of the NSW Coal Industry 2026-50 document, the Government included plans to wind up Coal Innovation NSW. The bill before the House allows for amendments to the Coal Innovation Administration Act 2008 giving effect to the dissolution of Coal Innovation NSW. The bill will also repeal or amend provisions requiring the establishment, functions and operation of Coal Innovation NSW. In addition, the bill ensures that the Coal Innovation NSW fund can continue to be administered by the Minister for Natural Resources so that the funding agreements committed for two remaining legacy projects can be upheld and continued until completion.