Reported at www.theguardian.com: From January 1, 2025 increases in Centrelink payments such as youth allowance and Austudy will take effect, as will the introduction of a ban on imported engineered stone to protect workers from silicosis.

Employers will face severe penalties for intentionally underpaying employees, and significant updates will be made to minimum wage rates and classifications in 20 awards.

Additional reforms include new vehicle efficiency standards, a higher Medicare safety net threshold, and mandatory climate-related reporting requirements for large companies.