New assessment bilateral agreement in place for South Australia

The Federal and South Australian governments have signed a new bilateral agreement to streamline environmental assessments as part of the Commonwealth’s ‘One-Stop-Shop’ reform. The new agreement creates a single environmental assessment process that meets the strict standards and protections of both South Australian and Commonwealth law. This is another important milestone in reducing the regulatory…

Transcript, ABC Far North, Interview with Phil Staley

E&OE….                       Topics: Turtle and dugong protection plan PHIL STALEY:        Now, an investigation into the illegal killing and poaching of turtle and dugong meat is to be carried out by the Australian Crime Commission as part of a move to crackdown on wildlife traffickers. The Federal Government is providing $5 million towards a dugong and…

Strong commitment to environmental science with funding for new research

The Australian Government has confirmed its long-term commitment to environment and climate research with funding of $102 million over four years for the National Environmental Science Programme. The programme will assist decision-makers to understand, manage and conserve Australia’s environment by funding world-class biodiversity and climate science. The research will ensure decisions about managing Australia’s biodiversity…