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R44Revise ONR charging model
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Government Response: ONR charging model reform requiring legislative amendments

ONR will revise its charging model, which will require amendments to multiple pieces of legislation. The reformed model is designed to deliver financial independence, governance assurance, and fee predictability for dutyholders. In the interim, immediate improvements to existing administrative processes are being made. This is a significant commitment given the legislative complexity involved, and the dual-track approach of interim improvements alongside structural reform demonstrates awareness that the current cost-recovery model constrains ONR capacity.

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Source: Policy PaperDESNZ, March 2026

Impact on Overall Status

Confidence changed to: high
Legislative amendments confirmed for reformed charging model; interim admin improvements underway.
Recommendation Context
Chapter: Chapter 11: Additional Recommendations and Issues
Owner: DESNZ + 3 co-owners
Current Status: On Track
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