EPBC Act Reforms – What You Need to Know

5 minute read  13.11.2025 Joshua Dellios, Alex Skilling, Simon Ball, Jeremy Hill, Luke Walker, Jarryd Gray, Tim Hanmore, Nada Raphael

Australia's environment laws are undergoing their most significant transformation in a generation. The reforms to the EPBC Act represent a fundamental shift in how environmental protection and project approvals will operate across the country. Find out more from our insights series below.

In this series, our national Environment and Planning team provides detailed analysis of what these reforms mean in practice. We examine the sector-specific implications, the compliance obligations on the horizon, and the strategic considerations for stakeholders seeking to navigate the new regime. Explore our insights below.

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