Moves toward reforming environmental regulation and approval of projects in Western Australia

摘要

The federal government's "one-stop shop" policy to streamline environmental approvals across the country has generated significant attention. However, environmental reform in Western Australia, particularly in relation to regulation of the mining industry, has been building for some time. This article looks at the implications of the federal government's policy for project proponents in Western Australia, particularly in the mining sector, and the current reforms at a state level that are already well underway.