ACT moves to update ‘no longer fit-for-purpose’ offsets policy

Key points

• The ACT Government is seeking a consultant to develop new environmental offsets and restoration contribution policies. The ACT Conservation Council says the existing approach needs updating.
• Executive director Dr Simon Copland said offsets were not delivering the intended outcomes, citing the Callum Brae Nature Reserve as an example of poor management. He said the Territory was running out of land suitable for offsets.
• The tender closes on 3 November.