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Asset declarations in Australia: who declares and whether it is public
Laws
- Resolution of the House of Representatives on registration of Members' interests, adopted 9 October 1984 and last amended 19 September 2019 (1984)2,1
Who must declare
Members of the House of Representatives, who provide a statement to the Registrar of Members' Interests that also includes interests of the Member's spouse and dependent children of which the Member is aware. This record covers the House only. Senators register under separate Senate resolutions, not covered here.1
What is declared
Registrable interests set out in the House resolution, for the Member and, where the Member is aware of them, the spouse or partner and dependent children. They include shareholdings, family and business trusts and nominee companies, real estate (by suburb or area), directorships and partnerships, liabilities, bonds, debentures and savings or investment accounts, other assets over $7,500, other substantial sources of income, gifts above set thresholds, sponsored travel or hospitality over $300, and memberships or other interests that could foreseeably conflict with public duties. It is an interest register rather than a full declaration of assets and income.2,1
How often
A statement within 28 days of making the oath or affirmation, and notification of any alteration of interests within 28 days of the change.2,1
Public access
The register's stated purpose is to place Members' interests on the public record. Members' statements are published on the Parliament of Australia website, grouped by Parliament, with a section for previous Parliaments. Under the resolution the Register is available for inspection by any person, subject to conditions set by the Committee of Privileges and Members' Interests.1,2
Where to find declarations
Parliament of Australia, House of Representatives Register of Members' Interests (https://www.aph.gov.au/Senators_and_Members/Members/Register).1
Who verifies
Registrar of Members' Interests.1
Sanctions in law
Knowingly failing to provide a statement, knowingly failing to notify an alteration of interests within 28 days, or knowingly providing false or misleading information is treated as a serious contempt of the House of Representatives, to be dealt with by the House.2
Checked 28 October 2026.
Sources
- Parliament of Australia, Register of Members' Interests
- Parliament of Australia, House of Representatives, Registration of Members' interests, resolution of the House of Representatives of 9 October 1984, as amended (19 September 2019)