On 13 September 2024, the ACT Government assumed a caretaker role, with an election to be held 19 October 2024. Information on this website will be published in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions until after the election and conclusion of the caretaker period.


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News and announcements

05 Sep 2024

Staged implementation of electronic monitoring

The ACT Government is preparing to introduce electronic monitoring for existing community-based orders in a staged approach to implementing the technology in the Territory’s justice system.

The introduction is still subject to the passing of legislation, funding, and procurement , but work is underway to commence the first stage for Intensive Correction Orders, parole, limited bail, and those on leave permits.

02 Sep 2024

Diversification and Sustainability Support Fund: New round of Tier 2 funding now open

The next round of Tier 2 funding under the Diversification and Sustainability Support Fund (DSSF) is now open.

29 Aug 2024

ACT recognises the human right to a healthy environment

The ACT Legislative Assembly has passed the Human Rights (Healthy Environment) Amendment Bill 2023, introducing the right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment to our Human Rights Act 2004.

29 Aug 2024

Sexual, Family and Personal Violence Act amended to better protect victim-survivors

The ACT Government passed legislation to strengthen protections for victim-survivors of sexual, domestic, family and personal violence.