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Topic 4 – Natural Resources

Environmental law plays an important role in promoting the sustainable management of natural resources in Australia, although its influence differs markedly across different industry sectors.

This chapter addresses the legal framework applying to the following natural resource management activities:

• Fact Sheet 4.1 - Mining

• Fact Sheet 4.2 - Forestry

• Fact Sheet 4.3 - Catchment Management

• Fact Sheet 4.4 - Vegetation Management

• Fact Sheet 4.5 - Water Management

• Fact Sheet 4.6 - Coastal Management