New Appeal Process and Stricter Checks for People Working with Children

Child Protection (Working with Children) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025

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Effects of this bill

If this bill passes, it means that:

Employers can require staff to hold a working with children check clearance.
Regulators and professional bodies can mandate these clearances.
Peak bodies can also require people to hold a clearance.

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