This July, we welcomed 2 leaders from the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to Australia.It was an ...

We are investing $2.8 million to help protect captive populations of threatened species from H5 avian influenza (bird ...

The Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS) is extending their consultation on the potential inclusion of Aggregated Resources (ARs) in the scheme.The CIS supports investment in:renewable energy, like wind ...

The Minister for the Environment and Water is seeking expressions of interest from natural heritage experts to join the ...

Wildlife trafficking is often associated with tigers, lizards or exotic birds. But some of Australia’s most overlooked ...

About us We lead Australia’s response to climate change and sustainable energy use, and protect our environment, heritage and water.

We fund a range of activities that benefit Australia's heritage. These include: competitive programs where eligible parties can apply for their project to be considered as part of a formal funding ...

Mike Kaiser joined our department as Secretary in July 2025. Mike Kaiser was appointed Secretary of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water with effect from 14 July 2025.

New funding has been announced to support Reef protection activities undertaken by Indigenous Rangers and research to inform ...

We proudly attended the 15th Conference of the Contracting Parties to the Convention on Wetlands (COP15). This year, COP15 ...

The Australian Heritage Council (AHC) is currently assessing the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade route.Preliminary ...

The Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder (CEWH) has welcomed the Murray-Darling Basin Authority’s Basin Plan Evaluation ...