Australia Post retail network

Terms of Reference

On 24 June 2026 the following matter was referred for inquiry and report: Management of, and plans for, Australia Post's retail network, with particular reference to: - Australia Post's engagement with licensees, representative bodies, shareholder ministers and other stakeholders about these plans; - the governance, transparency and decision-making processes underpinning those plans; - the crucial role that licensed post offices play in delivering services to support local communities, particularly in regional, rural and remote Australia; - alternative business models to support the sustainability of Australia Post's retail network; - the adequacy of Australia Post's evidence to the Environment and Communications Legislation Committee at the 2026–27 Budget estimates' hearing on 27 May 2026; - and any other related matters.