EPBC Act publications and resources

We have strong laws in place to protect our environment. They help us to protect our unique plants, animals, habitats and places. You can access data and publications that will help you understand the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act).

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Australia's key national environmental law—the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act)—is designed to protect nationally significan
This guidance provides an overview of the attributes in the landscape that support populations of the listed koala (Phascolarctos cinereus).
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The Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) is Australia’s national environmental law.
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Executive summary Background to the review
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Australia has committed to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. To meet this goal, we must speed up transitioning our national energy system to renewables.
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About the document This document is for anyone wanting to carry out restoration or revegetation activities to support koala populations. It collates existing resources. This is not a regulatory document, it does not supersede:
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About this document These guidelines describe best-practice approaches for the safe management of stranded large whales.   The guidelines apply to whales that are 6 metres or greater in length.
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About this document The guidelines include best practice survey techniques for cetaceans, marine turtles and the dugong. They are designed to assist when determining the:
Cover page of the National guidelines on the use of tagging for cetaceans
About this document These guidelines provide best-practice standards for tagging cetaceans in Australian waters. They cover the use of invasive and non-invasive tags and consider: