What This Determination Does
The Nature Repair (Enhancing Native Vegetation) Methodology Determination 2026 is a new federal rulebook that sets out how landholders can run a native vegetation repair project to earn tradeable biodiversity certificates under the Nature Repair Act 2023. It registered on 29 October 2026 and is already in force. It is administered by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.
What It Covers
The instrument is highly technical and covers:
- Project eligibility requirements
- How to measure and monitor ecosystem condition
- Threatened species scoring
- Indigenous engagement requirements
- The process for registering a project and applying for a biodiversity certificate
Who This Mainly Affects
This mainly affects landholders, farmers, and environmental consultants looking to generate and sell biodiversity certificates, rather than typical small businesses like cafes, retailers or tradies. There is no fee, penalty or compliance deadline stated in the source for general small businesses.
Key Actions
- Landholders considering a native vegetation repair project for biodiversity certificates can read the full determination text at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01438 before planning any activities
- The 'Set up an alert' or 'Save this title to My Account' features on the Federal Register of Legislation page can be used to track future updates to this determination
- Farmers, land managers or environmental consultants can check Schedule 1 (eligible regions) and section 37-38 (eligible land) to see if their land qualifies before applying
- A suitably qualified person is required to be engaged under section 19 if a project involves activities the determination says require one
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.