Source: Australian Minister for Home Affairs
Illicit Tobacco National Disruption Group
Five Country Ministerial 2025 Communiqué
Source: Australian Minister for Home Affairs
The ‘Five Countries’ convened in person under the United Kingdom’s chairmanship, in London on September 8-9, 2025, for the Five Country Ministerial (FCM).
‘Common Principles of Return’ Statement
Source: Australian Minister for Home Affairs
Five Country Ministerial 2025 – ‘Common Principles of Return’ Statement
Permanent Migration Program set for 2025-2026
Source: Australian Minister for Home Affairs
The Albanese Labor Government will maintain the 2025-26 Permanent Migration Program at the same level and settings as the 2024-2025 Program, 185,000.
Regulation of melatonin products in Australia
Source: Australian Department of Health
There has been an increase in Australians purchasing melatonin products from online stores, particularly for use in children. These products are often sold as gummies but are also available as tablets or capsules marketed as dietary supplements.
TGA approves registration of lecanemab (LEQEMBI)
Source: Australian Department of Health
On 23 September 2025 the TGA made the decision to approve the registration of the lecanemab (LEQEMBI).
Sunscreen SPF testing – information for sponsors
Source: Australian Department of Health
The TGA is currently investigating the CHOICE report on Sunscreen SPF testing, as per our previous statement on 21 August 2025. This update outlines the steps that sunscreen sponsors should take if they identify a problem with their product.
Sunscreen SPF testing – information for consumers
Source: Australian Department of Health
As per our previous statement on 21 August 2025, the TGA is currently investigating a CHOICE report on Sunscreen SPF testing. This update provides information for consumers.
Multiple sunscreens recall – Lower than claimed SPF levels
Source: Australian Department of Health and Aged Care
Consumers are advised that several sunscreen products are being recalled by sponsors. This follows preliminary testing evidence indicating that the SPF levels of their products may be lower than what is claimed on their labels.
Imported unregistered methylene blue products
Source: Australian Department of Health and Aged Care
We are issuing a safety advisory about the increasing importation and use of unregistered oral methylene blue (methylthioninium chloride) products in Australia.