Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Laws in Western Australia
This factsheet explains how Aboriginal people can use the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 to protect Aboriginal objects or sites from being harmed or destroyed. […]
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Protest and Police Powers in Western Australia
This factsheet explains the right to protest in WA, and the process for gaining a permit to hold a protest. The factsheet also lists your rights when interacting with police, and details common protest offences. […]
Western Australian government consulting on proposed climate change legislation
On 21 September 2023, the WA government released information on forthcoming climate legislation. The legislation will create a framework for government action on climate change, formalising a target of net zero emissions by 2050 and requiring the Minister to set interim emission reduction targets and develop policies to reduce emissions and plan for adaptation to […]
Submission on the draft Native Vegetation Policy for Western Australia
Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) thanks the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation for the opportunity to make a submission in relation to the draft Native Vegetation Policy for Western Australia. […]
Public merits review in Western Australia – a factsheet
Part VII of the Environmental Protection Act 1986 (WA) provides a public right to apply for merits review of particular decisions under the Act. This fact sheet sets out the opportunities for appeal, the key provisions and processes, and some observations and tips to assist the community in accessing justice through the public merits review […]
Have Your Say – Western Australia
Your opportunity to comment on issues near you in Western Australia Western Australia NEW consultations & inquiries – last updated on 23 February 2022 None Existing consultations & inquiries – last updated on 23 February 2022 EXTENDED | Geraldton – Northampton Railway Precinct The Heritage Council of Western Australia is seeking feedback on the proposal […]
Submission on Issues paper: Climate change in Western Australia
Environmental Defenders Office has made a submission on the WA climate change issues paper. Our submission argues that Western Australia’s new State Climate Change Policy should proactively and effectively respond to climate change by driving reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and strengthening resilience to climate impacts and should reflect contemporary climate science and the urgent […]
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Freedom of Information under Western Australian Law
Environmental groups and individuals with environmental concerns often need to obtain documents relating to governmental decision-making. This Fact Sheet provides an overview of the Freedom of Information Act 1992 (WA) (the Act), which relates to information held by State Government departments and authorities. It includes practical suggestions and advice as to how the Act can […]
