Oceania: Environment

The proposed amendments represent a fundamental overhaul of Australia's environmental approval framework.

NSW's planning system is set to undergo another significant reform under the recent Environmental Planning and Assessment Amendment (Planning System Reforms) Bill 2025.

In Pabai v Commonwealth (No 2) [2025] FCA 796, Justice Wigney in the Federal Court of Australia dismissed a claim from two Torres Strait Islanders...

Companies that invest in comprehensive ESG risk management systems as part of a broader risk management framework will gain a competitive edge.

A recent report "Australia's Waste[d] Opportunity 2025" (AWO Report) has identified that Australia's construction industry stands as the nation's largest source of waste, which reportedly contributes to a staggering 29% of Australia's total waste.

Key priorities to build a fluid carbon market that can support Australia's net-zero transition.

In Pabai v Commonwealth (No 2) [2025] FCA 796, Justice Wigney in the Federal Court of Australia dismissed a claim from two Torres Strait Islanders...

Climate change and environmental sustainability concerns continue to shape the legal and regulatory landscape in Australia. Recent court actions provide important guidance for government...

Companies that invest in comprehensive ESG risk management systems as part of a broader risk management framework will gain a competitive edge.

Companies that invest in comprehensive ESG risk management systems as part of a broader risk management framework will gain a competitive edge.

Both incentives were introduced in the Future Made in Australia (Production Tax Credits and Other Measures) Bill 2024.

Key priorities to build a fluid carbon market that can support Australia's net-zero transition.