Mandatory registered lobbyist training

Lobbyist foundational training

All newly registered Queensland lobbyists are required to complete mandatory foundational training. This training is designed to ensure lobbyists understand their obligations under the Integrity Act 2009, the Code of Conduct and any directives issued by the Integrity Commissioner. The training will ensure that lobbyists are equipped to engage with government and Opposition representatives in a transparent and ethical manner.

Registration process

All newly registered lobbyists will be automatically enrolled in the next available training session. This streamlined process ensures compliance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Directive 01/25, which requires all new lobbyists to complete the foundational training within two months of their registration date.

Upcoming Training Dates

• 11 February 2026
• 11 March  2026

About the training

Topics:

• Purpose of regulating lobbying, overarching transparency and integrity.
• Understanding and adhering to the Lobbyists' Code of Conduct.
• Registration application for new registered lobbyist with an entity.
• Compliance and annual returns obligations.
• Regulatory power of the Integrity Commissioner (including non-compliance and sanctions).
• Effective use of the Queensland Lobbying Register (QLR).
• Navigating the QLR portal for registered lobbyists to update their recorded particulars and lobbying activities.

Duration:

2 ½ - 3 hours (including two short breaks)

Format:

A mix of presentations and interactive Q&A sessions delivered online via Teams

Assessment:

Mandatory knowledge checks (multiple-choice questions) will be conducted during the session. These must be answered correctly to successfully complete the training.

Attendance requirement:

Lobbyists must attend the full session and pass the knowledge checks to satisfy the training requirements. Partial attendance of the session will not satisfy training requirements so please ensure you are available for the entire session. Failure to complete the training within the required timeframe may result in suspension or cancellation of registration.

How to join the training

Following registration, you will receive an automated email with a Teams calendar invite to confirm the date.

You will then receive an email from training@integrity.qld.gov.au that includes all the details required to join the webinar.

Please  ensure you check your email inbox (and spam/junk folder) for this notification. A reminder will be sent the day before.

What if I’m not available on the scheduled date?

If you are unable to attend your scheduled training session, it is essential to contact the Integrity Commissioner’s office immediately. Alternative arrangements may be possible, but failure to complete the training within the required timeframe could result in your registration being suspended or cancelled.

Email training@integrity.qld.gov.au or call 07 3096 6406.

Can other employees at the lobbying entity do the training?

Anyone within a registered lobbying entity that has lobbying management and compliance responsibility is recommended to attend the training. Email training@integrity.qld.gov.au or call the office 07 3096 6406 to arrange registration.