Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts

The Australian Government Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts (formerly the Department of the Environment and Water Resources) develops and implements national policy, programs and legislation to protect and conserve Australia's environment and heritage and to promote Australian arts and culture. More about the Department

Environment Protection and Heritage Council

Water for the Future

The Minister for Climate Change and Water, Senator Penny Wong, has outlined the government's new national plan on water 'Water for the Future' at the 4th annual Australian Water Summit.

Environment Protection and Heritage Council

EPHC communique: Ministers seek sustainable solutions 

The 16th meeting of the Environment Protection and Heritage Council (EPHC) focused on key environmental challenges relating to climate change, water and waste management.

Gunns pulp mill

Review of the Solitary Islands Marine Reserve (Commonwealth Waters) Management Plan 2001-2008

Comment on the Review of the Solitary Islands Marine Reserve (Commonwealth Waters) Management Plan 2001-2008.

Macquarie Island

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