On 24 June 2026, the Senate’s Environment and Communications References Committee referred the management of, and plans for, Australia Post’s Retail Network, with a particular focus on Licensed Post Offices, for inquiry and report.
The CWU has made a submission to the Inquiry and is willing to give evidence in-person, at a public hearing, should it be called to do so.
- The complete terms of reference can be viewed by clicking here.
- All submissions published by the Committee can be viewed by clicking here.
The Inquiry will report by 12 October 2026.
9 September hearing
A public hearing occurred on 9 September 2026. Representatives of LPOG and Australia Post appeared to give evidence.





