Lobbyist Code of Conduct and Register

About the Lobbyist Register

The Lobbyist Register is a public document, which is published on this website. It has a central role in achieving the government's commitment to ensuring that lobbying activity be carried out ethically, transparently and according to the highest standards of professional conduct.

It is the lobbyist's responsibility to ensure that the details required for registration are provided in a timely manner and are accurate and up to date. This information must be supported by a statutory declaration.

The following information relating to lobbyists will be published on the register.

  • The business registration details of the lobbyist, including names of owners, partners or major shareholders as applicable.

  • The names and positions of persons employed, contracted or otherwise engaged by the lobbyist to carry out lobbying activities.

  • The names of third parties for whom the lobbyist is currently retained to provide paid or unpaid services as a lobbyist.

  • The names of persons for whom the lobbyist has recently provided paid or unpaid services as a lobbyist during the previous three months.