Cabinet decision summary for the week of 16 June 2025

Cabinet date: 17 June 2025

Cemeteries and Crematoria Fees Determination 2025

Minute Number: 25/385/ERC

The Expenditure Review Committee of Cabinet (ERC) agreed to the revised Cemeteries and Crematoria Fee Instrument 2025 (No.2).

The proposed fee increases meet expectations in line with WPI increases and in relation to the Cemeteries and Crematoria Regulator determined PCT increases.

Cabinet date: 18 June 2025

Cross-border water supply to Bungendore, Yass and Murrumbateman

Minute Number: 25/380/CAB

Cabinet agreed to provide in-principle agreement for the supply of potable water by the ACT to Bungendore, Yass and Murrumbateman, NSW.

The ACT Government continues to be committed to a holistic, coordinated and community-focused approach to water issues and water management and seeking to improve wellbeing in the domains of environment and climate. In-principle agreement for the supply of potable water by the ACT has potential impacts to the economy domain by signalling ACT Government support for the future development of Bungendore, Yass and Murrumbateman.

Thoroughbred horse trainers – workers compensation cost relief

Minute Number: 25/364/CAB

Cabinet agreed workers compensation premium relief options for ACT thoroughbred horse trainers.

The proposal would have a minor positive impact on the economy domain by supporting the sustainability of the ACT racing industry.

Planning Amendment Bill 2025

Minute Number: 25/338/CAB

Cabinet agreed to the Minister for Planning and Sustainable Development presenting the Planning Amendment Bill 2025 to the Legislative Assembly.

The Planning Amendment Bill 2025 will not have a significant impact on wellbeing.

Government response to Assembly Resolutions of 5 March and 8 May 2025, and Petitions 017-25 and E-PET-005-25 - Burrangiri Aged Care Respite Centre in Rivett

Minute Number: 25/337/CAB

Cabinet agreed to the Government Response petition 017-25 and E-Petition 005-25: Closure of Burrangiri Aged Care Respite Centre in Rivett.

The proposal has a positive impact on the wellbeing of Canberrans. This Cabinet submission relates to the wellbeing domain of Governance and institutions. This proposal encompasses delivery of a Government Response to the two petitions regarding the closure of Burrangiri Aged Care Respite Centre in Rivett. Petitioners are likely to respond positively to the Government Response.

Government Position on Private Members Bill (PMB) Residential Tenancies (Posting Termination) Amendment Bill 2025

Minute Number: 25/345

Cabinet agreed a Government position on the Private Members’ Bill – Residential Tenancies (Posting Termination) Amendment Bill 2025.

The Government’s position on the Private Members’ Bill – Residential Tenancies (Posting Termination) Amendment Bill 2025 has a positive wellbeing impact on the housing and home domain.

ACT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Agreement 2019-2028 Annual Impact Statement 2024-25

Minute Number: 25/235/CAB

Cabinet agreed to the ACT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Agreement 2019-2028 Annual Impact Statement 2024-25 and to its public release following tabling in the Legislative Assembly.

The ACT Government is committed to enhancing the well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the region. The 2024-25 Annual Impact Statement showcases notable advancements in various important areas. It also helps to identify areas that may require further attention and improvement. The ACT Government prioritizes self-determination and collaboration with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in the ACT to foster fairness and inclusivity for everyone.

National Agreement on Closing the Gap – ACT Annual Report 2024

Minute Number: 25/195/CAB

Cabinet agreed to public release of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap – ACT Annual Report 2024 Annual Impact Statement 2024 following tabling in the Legislative Assembly.

The ACT Government is committed to enhancing the well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the region. The Annual Report showcases advancements in various important areas. It also helps to identify areas that may require further attention and improvement. The ACT Government prioritizes self-determination and collaboration with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in the ACT to foster fairness and inclusivity for everyone.

Options for the ongoing management of remaining loose fill asbestos affected properties

Minute Number: 25/162/CAB

Cabinet agreed to continue ongoing management of loose fill asbestos insulation affected properties through the Loose Fill Asbestos Insulation Eradication Scheme.

The decision will positively impact the community's wellbeing through sound public health measures and the wellbeing of the community.

Justice and Community Safety Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 – Combined Pass

Minute Number: 25/092/CAB

Cabinet agreed to the Attorney-General presenting the Justice and Community Safety Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 (No 2) in the Legislative Assembly.

The Justice and Community Safety Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 (No 2) has a primary positive wellbeing impact on the governance and institutions domain. There are secondary positive wellbeing impacts in the safety and other domains.

Appointment

Cabinet endorsed the below appointment:

Appointment of Official Visitor for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 2015 (Minute Number: 25/317/CAB)

In accordance with the ACT Cabinet Handbook, Wellbeing Impact Assessments are not required for appointments.

Cabinet date: 22 June 2025

Govt Response - Assembly Resolution - Margaret Timpson Park expansion and improvement - May 2025

Minute Number: 25/347/CAB

Cabinet agreed the Minister for Homes and New Suburbs will deliver a Ministerial Statement in response to the 15 May 2025 Assembly Resolution on Margaret Timpson Park expansion and improvement, in the June sitting.

Release of Block 45 Section 54 will support additional community housing and further activate Margaret Timpson Park through integrated built form along with ground floor commercial spaces. Public upgrade works for the park will support improved capacity and usage of the space.

Government Response to Petition – Petition 012-25 - Funding for Fearless Women

Minute Number: 25/326/CAB

Cabinet agreed to the Minister for Women tabling the Response to PET-012-25 Funding Fearless Women in the ACT Legislative Assembly.

Fearless Women clients and supporters are disproportionately women and girls in the ACT, so the response may have greater impacts among women and girls in the domains of Governance and Institutions, and Identity and Wellbeing. Receiving a response to the petition may contribute to feeling among women and girls that the Government takes issues affecting them and services supporting them seriously. Conversely, receiving a response that does not address the substance of the petition may contribute to feeling among women and girls that the Government does not support gender-specialist services.

Government response to petition E-PET-047-24 - Inclusion of Hackett in the Shirley Smith High School Priority Enrolment Area

Minute Number: 25/319/CAB

Cabinet agreed the Minister for Education and Early Childhood provide the Government response to petition E-PET-047-24 - Inclusion of Hackett in the Shirley Smith High School Priority Enrolment Area to the Clerk for tabling in the ACT Legislative Assembly.

The Government response provides a neutral impact in the domain of education and lifelong learning. The ACT Government prioritises access to Education as a universal human right and supports all school-age children in the ACT to have access to their local government school.

Response to Petitions – E-PET 046-24 and PET 016-25 Police Presence in Hawker, Page and Scullin

Minute Number: 25/309/CAB

Cabinet agreed a response to Petition E-PET 046-24 and PET 016-25 Police Presence in Hawker, Page and Scullin and for the Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services to submit the proposed response to the Clerk of the ACT Legislative Assembly.

The Government’s response to Petition E-Pet 046-24 and PET 016-25 Police Presence in Hawker, Page and Scullin, will have positive impact on the safety wellbeing domain as it addresses the safety concerns of the petitioners. The response highlights the work being done to address concerns of residents and the petitioners about safety and crime. The response will also have positive impact on the governance and institutions domain as it addresses the petitioners’ concerns that the ACT Government is not taking any action.

ACT Government Submission to the National Capital Authority’s Commonwealth Park Concept Vision 2025

Minute Number: 25/306/CAB

Cabinet agreed to the ACT Government Submission to the public consultation on the National Capital Authority’s Commonwealth Park Concept Vision 2025.

The wellbeing impacts of the ACT Government Submission to the National Capital Authority’s public consultation on the Commonwealth Park Concept Vision 2025 relate to the domain of Governance and Institutions. The ACT Government’s Submission demonstrates proactive and transparent governance, reinforcing public trust by advocating for community interests. If the recommendations are adopted, they could lead to long-term social, environmental, and economic benefits for Canberrans.

ACT National Waste Policy Action Plan Implementation Plan

Minute Number: 25/138/CAB

Cabinet agreed to release the ACT National Waste Policy Action Plan Implementation Plan.

The ACT National Waste Policy Action Plan Implementation Plan is anticipated to have positive wellbeing impacts across the environment and climate wellbeing domain.

Appointments

Cabinet endorsed the below appointments:

Appointments to the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (Minute Number: 25/339/CAB)
Appointment to the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS) (Minute Number: 25/320/CAB)
Appointment of the Chief Planner (Minute Number: 25/304/CAB)
Appointment of Voluntary Assisted Dying Oversight Board under the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2024 (Minute Number: 24/601/CAB)