The Government is committed to the efficient and effective regulation of the energy sector. As part of this commitment, the Government is conducting a review of the General Exemption Order (GEO) in the interests of energy consumers. The GEO provides for exemptions from the requirement to hold an electricity licence for certain activities. The GEO...

This discussion paper has been developed to promote debate on how the Yarra River is managed and protected in the future. It outlines the key issues and proposes a new management model to protect the Yarra River.

In 2015, the Victorian Government commissioned an independent review of the Climate Change Act 2010 as a first step in its commitment to position Victoria as a leader in climate change action. The independent review committee's final report was tabled in Parliament by the Minister on Thursday 11 February 2016. The review found that the...

The aim of the project was to minimise the vulnerability of recreation facilities to the impacts of climate change, particularly in regard to reliance on mains water supplies in the face of increasing uncertainty around water security.

The Victorian Government has developed the Victorian Floodplain Management Strategy to help communities be better prepared for future floods. The strategy clarifies the roles and responsibilities of government agencies and authorities involved in flood management. It aims to improve the evaluation and communication of flood risks so communities and relevant agencies can take better-informed action...