Built for everyone
This Portal is for anyone who wants to take an action that will, or is likely to have a significant impact on matters of national environmental significance.
Easily refer your action
You can use the Portal to refer your action if you are uncertain about the impacts your project may have but want to be sure you are acting responsibly in accordance with the EPBC Act.
Track assessment progress
The Minister will use the information you provide to decide if your action needs Commonwealth Government approval and, if it does, what type of assessment will need to be done.
Identify significant impacts easily
If your project has significant impacts to any matter that is protected by the EPBC Act, you can use the referral form to tell us about those impacts. This is called ‘referring your action’ to us.
Get help guidance
Any guidelines or policy documents relevant to completion of the referral form may also be taken into account by the Minister in making their decision, and proponents should address them relevant to their circumstances.
Pre-referral checklist
Use our step by step pre-referral checklist to ensure that you have all you need when you’re ready to start.
