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Children, Youth and Families Amendment Acts passed Parliament

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (the department) is pleased to share, the following Acts passed Parliament on Tuesday 3 March 2026:

• Children, Youth and Families Amendment (Stability) Act 2025 (Stability Act)
• Children, Youth and Families Amendment (Supporting Stable and Strong Families) Act 2025 (SSSF Act)

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