Wine and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026

Stage by Stage

Summaries in reported speech - not a transcript. In date order, both chambers.

1. Wednesday 1 July 2026 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry introduced the bill to amend the Wine Act and the Agricultural and Related Resources Research and Development Corporations Act 2007. The legislation aims to enhance transparency in wine grape purchasing and improve data collection capabilities for agricultural research. It empowers Wine Australia to conduct industry surveys and supports the implementation of a mandatory code of conduct for grape purchases. Additionally, it allows ABARES to disclose personal information to third parties for survey administration. The debate was adjourned without a final vote recorded in the transcript.

   Outcome: The debate was adjourned.

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2. Tuesday 11 August 2026 · House of Representatives

   Reference to Federation Chamber
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3. Tuesday 11 August 2026 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The debate focused on the Wine and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026, which facilitates information sharing between Wine Australia and the ACCC to support a mandatory code of conduct. The National Party supported the bill as necessary administrative reform but criticised the government for failing to address structural oversupply in the wine industry. Darren Chester argued that while the bill was sensible, it did not resolve the crisis facing growers due to falling prices and global consumption trends. He called for a coordinated transition plan and funding to help growers exit the industry or repurpose land, noting that the government had instead cut support programs. The debate concluded with the matter adjourned to resume later.

   Outcome: The debate was adjourned with leave granted to resume at a later hour.

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4. Wednesday 12 August 2026 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The debate centred on the Wine and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026, which established a mandatory code of conduct to address bargaining power imbalances between grape growers and winemakers. All speakers supported the bill's core objective, though opposition members and independents criticised the government for ignoring broader structural issues like wine surplus and the removal of the Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grant program. National Party members Michael McCormack and Sam Birrell supported the legislation but condemned water buyback policies, while Minister Julie Collins defended the government's stance and opposed an amendment regarding alcohol taxation. Independent member Monique Ryan moved an amendment to replace the Wine Equalisation Tax with a volumetric tax, which was not passed.

   Outcome: The bill was read a second time and reported to the House without amendment.

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5. Thursday 13 August 2026 · House of Representatives

   Third Reading
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6. Monday 17 August 2026 · Senate

   First Reading
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7. Monday 17 August 2026 · Senate

   Second Reading

   The Senate considered the Wine and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026, which sought to amend the Wine Act and the Collection Act. The Minister for Industry and Innovation argued the changes would strengthen regulatory transparency in the wine sector and improve data collection capabilities for agricultural research. The bill aimed to support the implementation of a mandatory code of conduct for wine grape purchases and enhance the ability of Wine Australia and ABARES to conduct surveys. The debate was adjourned after the Minister's speech.

   Outcome: The debate was adjourned.

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8. Thursday 10 September 2026 · Senate

   Second Reading

   The Senate debated the Wine and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026, which amends the Wine Australia Act 2013 and the Primary Industries Levies and Charges Collection Act 2024. The legislation grants Wine Australia powers to conduct industry surveys and share information with the ACCC to support a future mandatory code of conduct, while allowing ABARES to share levy payer details with contractors. The Liberal Party supported the bill as necessary groundwork for fairer commercial arrangements but criticised the government for failing to address broader structural crises in the wine sector. The Labor government defended the bill as part of its ongoing support for the industry's resilience and productivity.

   Outcome: The bill was debated in the Senate with speeches from Jane Hume and Nita Green.

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9. Thursday 10 September 2026 · Senate

   Third Reading
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