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Melbourne rules, tax, immigration and government updates
Plain-English explainers for changes that affect people living, working and doing business in Melbourne and Victoria. We prioritise official Australian and Victorian government sources and link readers back to the primary authority.
Australia tax and super changes from 1 July 2026
Resident tax-rate changes, Payday Super and the closure of the Small Business Superannuation Clearing House.
Work & PayAustralia's minimum wage from 1 July 2026
What the new $26.44 hourly National Minimum Wage and 4.75% award increase mean.
RentingVictoria rental law changes now in effect
Application rules, fees, rental bidding, notice periods and renter protections.
ImmigrationAustralia changed skilled visa processing priorities
Ministerial Direction 119 changed how certain skilled visa applications are prioritised.
Workplace rightsRight to disconnect: what Australian workers can refuse
When employees may refuse unreasonable work contact outside working hours.