Disputes Tribunal Amendment Bill

Government bill

13 November 2024

This bill amends the Disputes Tribunal Act 1988 to increase the financial jurisdiction of the Disputes Tribunal from $30,000 to $60,000.

Procedural notes

Extended sittings used

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  • Introduced on 13 November 2024
  • 1st reading on 19 November 2024
  • 2nd reading on 3 April 2025
  • 3rd reading on 22 October 2025
  • Royal assent on 23 October 2025

Member responsible

Paul Goldsmith

Paul Goldsmith

National Party List MP

Votes

1st reading

Passed

Reading date: 19 November 2024

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2nd reading

Passed

Reading date: 3 April 2025

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3rd reading

Passed

Reading date: 22 October 2025

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Bill details last synced on 24 October 2025 at 12:30 pm.