Australia’s nature laws: from words on paper to real, positive change  

Banner image: Deforestation of koala habitat in Scenic Rim Region. Reported as potentially illegal under the EPBC Act in late 2025. Cleared for cattle.

In late 2025, the Australian Parliament passed substantial and much needed changes to Australia’s national nature protection law.

We welcomed these changes, however it’s what happens now that is critical. It’s one thing to pass reforms, and another thing entirely to implement them effectively.

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