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IPEA media release on the Prime Minister’s request to provide preliminary advice on certain aspects of parliamentary travel and on IPEA’s approach to audit and assurance matters.

The Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA) has released the 1 July to 30 September 2025 expenditure reports for current and former parliamentarians.

Updated travel allowance rates for office holders, parliamentarians and employees are now available. These are set by the Remuneration Tribunal and are effective on and from 7 September 2025.

IPEA has released its 2025–26 Corporate Plan, continuing our commitment to transparency, integrity, compliance, and service quality. Our Corporate Plan outlines IPEA's work and planned performance for 2025-26.

In response to your feedback, a number of enhancements have been made to improve the user experience for parliamentarians and MOP(S) Act employees.

The Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA) has released the 1 April to 30 June 2025 expenditure reports for current and former parliamentarians.

Staff travel allowance rates have been updated for the 2025-26 financial year. Click here to see the current rates for locations in Australia.

IPEA has released its 2025 Client Satisfaction Survey report, with improved participation and positive results reflected across all indicators.

IPEA is holding virtual education sessions to support and assist parliamentarians and MOP(S) Act employees before the commencement of the 48th Parliament. Register now for a session to suit your needs!

IPEA has released the 1 January to 31 March 2025 expenditure reports for current and former parliamentarians.

Travel during an election period is undertaken in accordance with the usual obligations and principles that apply for both parliamentarians and MoP(S) Act staff.

The Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA) released the 1 October to 31 December 2024 expenditure reports for current and former parliamentarians today.

Today the Special Minister of State, the Hon Don Farrell announced the appointment of Ms Christina Grant as the new CEO of the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA).

Do you want to gain the tools and knowledge required to comply with the legislative framework when travelling? Do you need a refresher? Register now for IPEA’s education sessions around the country in February and March 2025.

As we bid farewell to 2024, we extend our warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season and a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year.

IPEA has published new content on our website about same day travel allowance.

IPEA will close in the afternoon on Tuesday 24 December 2024, and re-open Thursday 2 January 2025.

Today, Tuesday 12 November 2024, the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA) released the 1 July to 30 September 2024 expenditure reports for current and former parliamentarians.

IPEA is pleased to announce the release of our 2023-24 Annual Report, demonstrating our commitment to transparency and integrity in the use of parliamentary business resources.

IPEA’s Corporate Plan 2024–25 reinforces IPEA’s purpose and commitment to transparency and integrity in the use of parliamentary business resources.