Introduction

These fact sheets are a basic guide to environmental law in Western Australia. They are for anyone interested in using the law to protect the environment.

Choose from one of the subject areas on the right to find the fact sheet you need.

Note: some fact sheet titles are unavailable at this time due to a number of reform proposals currently before Parliament. These fact sheets will be added as soon as possible once the relevant laws are passed.

The fact sheets relate to WA law unless otherwise stated. For information about other State or Territory environmental legislation, visit the national EDO website.

Important: These fact sheets provide a summary of the law and are not intended to be comprehensive or to cover the specifics of any given situation. While every effort has been made to ensure the content is as accurate as possible, the EDO does not accept any responsibility for any loss or disadvantage resulting from reliance or use of this work. Readers are advised to seek professional legal advice in relation to specific legal questions.

We are grateful to the following organisations for funding the production of these fact sheets: