On 2 December 2024, the Government provided its response to the Royal Commission’s Final Report, which was tabled by the Government on 9 September.

On 9 September 2026, the Australian Government provided an update to its response to the Royal Commission, reflecting its ongoing commitment to implement the recommendations and the significant progress made across government agencies over the past two years.

The latest update includes changes to the status of 15 recommendations, including recommendations that were previously noted for further work, and are now agreed-in-principle or agreed. This reflects further progress in working through the Royal Commission’s recommendations and confirming practical steps needed to deliver lasting reform.

The Defence and Veterans’ Service Commission has been advised of the update and will continue its independent monitoring and future reporting on implementation progress, providing a permanent mechanism for accountability as reforms continue.