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Landscape-scale EPBC approvals: Draft regulations open for comment until 13 October

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Landscape-scale EPBC approvals: Draft regulations open for comment until 13 October The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is consulting on draft regulations for landscape-scale approvals under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) (EPBC Act). They cover bioregional plans, bioregional guidance plans and strategic assessments, and are intended […]

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EPBC reforms: What the draft regulations could mean for proponents

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EPBC reforms: What the draft regulations could mean for proponents Draft EPBC regulations propose changes to approvals, unacceptable impacts, bioregional plans and restoration contributions. What proponents need to know. The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is consulting on draft regulations for the next stage of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity

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Queensland’s Environmental Offsets Framework is getting a reset. Here’s what it means for your projects

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Queensland’s Environmental Offsets Framework is getting a reset The Queensland Government has released a discussion paper signalling meaningful reform to the Environmental Offsets Framework, the system that governs how developers compensate for unavoidable environmental impacts. Consultation closes 5pm on Monday 29 June 2026. Here is our read on what is changing and what it means

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EPBC Regulations to Sunset in 2026 – Consultation Open

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The Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2000 (EPBC Regulations) are due to sunset on 1 April 2026. To ensure their ongoing operation under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act), the Australian Government is updating the Regulations. The proposed changes are described as minor corrections only, aimed at maintaining accuracy and

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Regulatory Reform Ahead – What the Proposed Environmental Protection Act 1994 (qld) Amendments Mean for Project Proponents

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Regulatory Reform Ahead – What the Proposed Environmental Protection Act 1994 (Qld) Amendments Mean for Project Proponents The Queensland Government has released a consultation paper outlining proposed reforms to the Environmental Protection Act 1994 (EP Act), the Nature Conservation Act 1992 (NC Act) and chapter 3 of the Water Act 2000 (Water Act). These reforms

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Urban Developer Guest Feature: Leading Change in Sustainability

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As the director of New Ground Environmental and a board member of the UDIA EnviroDevelopment committee, I’ve witnessed the profound impacts of urban development on our environment. In a recent blog by The Urban Developer, I had the opportunity to share my thoughts on how developers can lead the charge in promoting sustainability. The Urban Developer

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Upcoming Webinars on Proposed Onshore Wind Farm Guidance

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The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water is hosting two public webinars to support the consultation process for the proposed Onshore Wind Farm Guidance. These webinars aim to provide detailed information and address any questions from stakeholders. Webinar Details: These sessions are an excellent opportunity for professionals in the environmental sector to

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Fire Ants – Australia’s small but costly threat, and what they mean for you.

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Discovery and Eradication Efforts The imported red fire ant (Solenopsis Invicta) was initially detected in Brisbane in 2001. Twenty-three years later, this invasive species is now at the centre of the largest eradication program ever conducted in Australia (DES). Fire ants are native to South America, but have carved a destructive path throughout North America

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Land Rehabilitation and Sustainable Development in Queensland

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Land degradation is an increasing concern in Queensland. Not only does it affect natural habitats, but it also exacerbates climate change and leads to a loss of biodiversity. Land rehabilitation becomes a necessity for striking a balance in our ecosystems and promoting sustainable development. It is important to note that an appropriate level of ecological

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The Role of GIS and Mapping in Modern Environmental Planning

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What is GIS? Geographic Information Systems (GIS) serve as a framework for collecting, storing, and analysing geographical data. Rooted in the science of geography, GIS integrates many types of data. It analyses spatial location and organises layers of information into visualisations using maps and 3D scenes. With this unique capability, GIS reveals deeper insights into

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