Our legislation
We are responsible for administering, or jointly administering, legislation that directly influences the delivery of our services.
Child and family
The Adoption Act 2009
The Adoption Act 2009 provides for the adoption of children in Queensland, and access to information about parties to adoptions in Queensland. The Adoption Regulation 2009 is a subordinate piece of legislation.
The Child Protection Act 1999
The Child Protection Act 1999 provides for the protection of children in Queensland. It underpins the work of child and family services, providing the framework for the child protection and family support system. The Child Protection Regulation 2011 is a subordinate piece of legislation.
The Queensland Government is considering the next stage of reforms to the Child Protection Act 1999 to ensure it provides a contemporary legislative framework for the child protection and family support system.
Other legislation
- Childrens Court Act 1992
- Child Protection (International Measures) Act 2003
- Community Services Act 2007
- Director of Child Protection Litigation Act 2016
- National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse (Commonwealth Powers) Act 2018
- Public Guardian Act 2014
- Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2009
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Disability, Seniors and Carers
- Carers (Recognition) Act 2008
- Disability Services Act 2006
- Forensic Disability Act 2011
- Guide, Hearing and Assistance Dogs Act 2009
Visit the Queensland Legislation website for copies of primary and subordinate legislation.
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- Last reviewed
- 22 April 2021
- Last modified
- 3 August 2023
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