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Ahead of the 2025 federal election the Australian Government has assumed a caretaker role.

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Disbursement Support Scheme - Frequently asked questions

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The Attorney-General's Department provides assistance with the cost of legal disbursements in certain Commonwealth cases. Disbursements are costs associated with legal action, other than the fees paid to be represented by a solicitor or a barrister.