What this instrument does
The federal government has updated the official list of threatened species through Amendment 435 of the List of Threatened Species, registered on 19 August 2026. The instrument is made under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and is administered by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.
What the amendment contains
The source page for this instrument provides no further detail about which specific species were added, removed, or reclassified in this amendment.
Key actions
- If your business involves land development, construction, vegetation clearing, or similar activities, check whether the updated threatened species list affects any approvals or assessments you have underway - view the instrument at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01073
- Contact the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water if clarification is needed on how Amendment 435 affects any existing or pending project approvals under the EPBC Act.
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