Queensland Productivity Commission

The QPC provides independent, evidence-based advice to improve productivity, economic growth and living standards across Queensland.

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Impact of 2025 Environment Protection Reforms

The QPC has been asked by the Queensland Government to undertake a public inquiry into the impacts of the Australian Government’s 2025 reforms to the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) on Queensland.

The QPC undertakes public inquiries on economic, social and regulatory issues referred to it by the Queensland Treasurer.

The OBPR provides regulatory advice to government, and analytical support and training to Queensland government agencies on the application of best practice regulation principles.

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29.05.2026

All interested parties are invited to make a submission to its inquiry on the Impact of the Australian Government’s 2025 Environment Protection Reforms on Queensland.

29.05.2026

Stakeholders are invited to register to participate in an initial round of regional consultation. Registrations close 13 June 2026.

13.04.2026

The Queensland Government has asked the QPC to undertake a public inquiry into the impacts of the Australian Government’s 2025 reforms to the Environment Protection an...