The Victorian Government has promised to develop a whole-of-government environmental justice strategy, as part of its response to recommendations from the recent EPA inquiry. The concept of ‘environmental justice’ is…
Read More
Communities who live in close proximity to power stations in NSW have some rights to enforce licence conditions and seek remedy for pollution offences. There are ways that communities can…
Coal-fired power stations emit a range of toxic substances that have serious impacts on the communities that live near them. In this fact sheet: Health impacts of air pollution from…
The Victorian government has released a consultation paper on possible reforms to the Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988. The government is calling for submissions by 28 March 2017. This…
In 2015, the Andrews Labor Government commenced a major review of the Victorian EPA and Environment Protection Act 1970 (Vic). The EP Act contains Victoria’s key pollution control laws. An…
Prior to Christmas 2016, the Victorian Government released proposed new regulations and policy on the clearing of native vegetation in Victoria. The documents include: proposed amendments to relevant Victorian Planning…
The Victorian Government has introduced the Climate Change Bill 2016 into Parliament which if passed will repeal the Climate Change Act 2010. The Government says this legislation will make Victoria a…
In December 2015 the Government appointed the Yarra River Protection Ministerial Advisory Committee (Yarra MAC) to provide independent advice on the key issues and opportunities for the river as well…
After an extended stakeholder engagement process, the Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water & Planning released a consultation paper as part of the current review of permitted clearing rules, 'Review…
Options for a legislative scheme On 20 February 2016, Environmental Justice Australia (EJA) and the Yarra Riverkeeper Association (YRKA) convened a workshop for community groups and environmental organisations as part…
Beginning a journey of community design The Victorian government has committed to enacting a new law for the Yarra – a Yarra River Protection Act. Environmental Justice Australia (EJA) and…
Did you know that 3,000 Australians each year die prematurely from the effects of air pollution? All Australians should have the right to breathe clean air, but that’s not currently…
Submission from Environmental Justice Australia and the NSW Conservation Council.
State and Commonwealth Governments are proposing to amend Australia’s national pollution standards to bring in a standard for PM2.5 among other things. This briefing paper summarises the proposal and what…
View ANEDO Strategic Framework for Access to Justice in the Federal Civil System (PDF 117KB)
View submission to the Inquiry into the approval process for renewable energy projects in Victoria (PDF, 148KB)
The EDO prepared this briefing paper at Environment Victoria's request, to inform landowners of their rights to support their CoalWatch campaign. View Your rights against coal mines – Coal Mines…
The Victorian Government has announced a proposed variation to the Code of Practice for Timber Production 2007, which promises to undermine legal protection for threatened species. The proposed variation would…
In November the Commownealth government finally released its Standards document to the public, prescribing what standards the States and Territories will need to meet in order to have their processes…
Major fee hikes proposed for Victoria’s main administrative and dispute-resolution tribunal – the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (‘the Tribunal’) – will significantly disadvantage ‘Mum and Dad’ objectors and community…
The Australian Network of Environment Defenders Offices made a submission to the Productivity Commission’s inquiry into major projects fast-tracking. Although the Commission made some sound recommendations, EDOs have strong concerns…
Briefing Paper – Proposed changes to native vegetation clearing regulation in Victoria: summary comparison View summary comparison – Briefing Paper Proposed changes to native vegetation clearing regulation in Victoria (PDF,…
The Australian Network of Environmental Defender’s Offices (ANEDO) believes the proposal for a ‘one stop shop’ for environmental approvals threatens biodiversity protection across Australia. Handing Commonwealth power to the States…
In December 2013 the Victorian Government brought in a new regulatory framework governing the clearing of native vegetation in Victoria. This briefing paper (updated February 2014) provides an overview of…
