From January 1, 2018, Australia has a series of new regulations / policies to take effect, involving welfare, health care, education, housing and other aspects, there is always one will affect you, so please look carefully!
Foley:
Last year, the government proposed a pilot scheme for drug testing of people receiving welfare relief. Although the scheme has been rejected by the Senate, the government will still allocate A $10 million from January 1 this year. Used to help drug abusers get rid of drugs and return to work.
The government will verify the marital relationship of single-parent recipients to ensure that they do not deceive the benefits.
The biweekly Youth Allowance (Youth allowance) rose $4.60; Student Assistance (student payment) increased $8.30; disabled Persons` Allowance increased $7. Caregiver allowance every two weeks (Carer Allowance) rose $2.40.
Education:
The government formally adopted the "Gonski 2.0" education funding model to ensure more equitable funding for schools. Over the next six years, the government will significantly increase funding for previously underfunded schools, and gradually reduce the amount of previously overallocated schools over the past 10 years.
Federal funding for universities will remain at 2017 levels this and next year, without any increase.
Only those who receive vocational education and training in (vocational education and training) are those who are considered to be of high national priority, able to meet the needs of the industry, and able to address skills shortages. Only courses consistent with employment results can receive government aid.
The federal government`s low-interest loans to college students will be limited to $104444 for ordinary students and $1500000 for medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine.
(Relocation scholarships) will no longer be available to international students from other countries or to local students studying in other countries.
Accommodation:
New homeowners are not entitled to a tax-free policy on the cost of checking and maintaining rented houses.
Photo:
The cost of processing a 10-year Australian passport will be increased by $5 to $282 / 5-year passport by $3 to $142.
Medical treatment:
A new vaccine for condyloma acuminatum (Genital warts) will be included in the National Immunization Program (National Immunisation Program), a vaccine that can prevent more subtypes of condyloma acuminatum virus at a lower cost.
Three new drugs will be included in the drug welfare plan (Pharmaceutical Benefit Scheme), namely:
Drug Carfilzomib; for the treatment of multiple Myeloma (multiple myeloma)
Drug Alectinib; for the treatment of lung cance
Drug Mannitol. for treatment of cystic fibrosis
In the past, patients needed up to $138000 for cancer drugs and only $39.50 for them.
Through the drug benefits program, veterans can get more cheap antibiotics, heart disease and stroke drugs.
The government will allocate A $5.7 million over the next four years to provide clean drinking water for residents near the northern territory of Tindal Air Force Base, which is contaminated by toxic arson materials.
Taxation:
The government lifted a special tax of A $11,999 on the import of used cars.
To be met by the negotiators:
Since a number of members have been accused of abusing their power to declare expenses, the Government will implement a new reporting system for members of Parliament.
In addition to these new regulations, which came into effect on 1 January, a number of new provisions / policies will also be implemented later this year, including:
Prohibition order:
Woolworths,Big W and BWS stores across Australia will impose a full ban on plastic from June 30. Coles will no longer provide customers with free disposable plastic bags. The state`s total plastic ban will also be in place this year, but the timing is yet to be determined.
Marriage to sex:
From January 9, same-sex couples can legally register for marriage.
Immigration visa:
Since March, existing 457 visa holders will not be able to apply for permanent status if they are not on the government`s long-and medium-term career list. The existing 457 visa will also be abolished and replaced by the TSS visa.
Out-of-the-line book:
The fare for CityLink, Victoria, has increased from $9.07 to $9.13, with an annual increase of $31.20 for drivers who travel on the road every weekday.
Codeine becomes a prescription:
Starting in February, codeine drugs such as Nurofen Plus,Panadeine,Mersyndol,Codral will become prescription drugs. Patients who rely on these drugs can seek alternative drugs from their doctors.
Raise old gold:
To encourage older people over 65 to reduce their housing size, from July 1 this year, people over 65 can deposit the proceeds of housing sale into pension accounts, up to $300, 000. This part of the contribution is not included in the pre-tax or after-tax contributions ceiling, and does not need to meet the existing maximum age limit or other conditions.
Receipt of old gold:
With effect from 1 July this year, a person receiving a pension or disability benefit (Disability Support Pension) must meet the following conditions:
Stay in Australia for more than 10 consecutive years, of which at least 5 years are at work; or live in Australia for at least 10 consecutive years, and can prove that you have not received activity tested income support; for 5 years (or more) or have resided for 15 years continuously.
Toozin stickers:
From July 2 this year, the new Child Care Subsidy (CCS) will replace the existing Child Care Benefit and Child Care Rebate.Child Care Subsidy more succinctly, and will provide more subsidies to low-and middle-income families. The allowance must meet some conditions, such as children under 13 years of age (including 13 years of age), have not yet attended secondary school, meet the requirements of immunization, parents also meet the requirements of living conditions and so on.
Privacy protection:
Last year, the federal government passed the Privacy Amendment Act 2017 Act, which requires all entities bound by the Australian Privacy Principles to report data within 30 days from Feb. 22 in the event of data leaks. If confirmed, the entity must make a statement to each person whose data has been leaked or at risk and notify the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.
Will these new rules affect your life?
