On Oct. 7, 2025, AST AUSTRAC said AUSTRAC online platform will be launched on Nov. 15, 2025 offering enhanced security, a more user-friendly interface, and better self-service options.
A planned outage will occur on Nov. 15, 2025, from 7:00 am to 11:59 pm AEDT, during which reporting entities (REs) will not be able to submit reports.
On Jul. 17, AST AUSTRAC introduced multi-factor authentication.
AST AUSTRAC said it is upgrading its online systems with multi-factor authentication (MFA) to enhance security, user experience; rolling out between Jul. and Nov. 2025.
Details of Upgrade
Users will be notified by email when it is time to set up MFA, create stronger password.
AST AUSTRAC said the upgrade comes after Jun. 2025 invitation to participate in pilot.
The pilot is a part of AST AUSTRAC's co-design approach to ensure that the security priorities and experiences of reporting entities directly shape enhancements AST AUSTRAC makes to its systems and channels.
Oct. 2, 2025 Platform Launch Timing
On Oct. 2, 2025, AST AUSTRAC said it will launch a new online platform in Nov. 2025 with improved security, usability, and self-service features.
Platform was co-designed with users to enhance efficiency, compliance management; multi-factor authentication and stronger passwords will be introduced before launch.
AST AUSTRAC will provide training and Q&A sessions to support users; ongoing research continues to refine and simplify digital services across sectors.
Oct. 7, 2025 Launch Date
On Oct. 7, 2025, AST AUSTRAC said AUSTRAC online platform will be launched on Nov. 15, 2025 offering enhanced security, a more user-friendly interface, and better self-service options.
A planned outage will occur on Nov. 15, 2025, from 7:00 am to 11:59 pm AEDT, during which reporting entities (REs) will not be able to submit reports.
