How Labor struck a deal on environment
Nov 29, 2025 •
Environmental law reform has been sitting in the too-hard basket for years — under successive governments, the system stayed broken.
Now, just days before the end of the parliamentary year, Labor has passed the first major changes in a generation.
The government chose to work with the Greens, agreeing to scrap logging exemptions, close coal and gas loopholes, and hand real enforcement powers to a new EPA.
Meanwhile, the Coalition fractured over the details — dealing themselves out of negotiations and out of relevance.
Today, press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno, on how Labor landed a landmark deal, and what it means for the future of environmental policy.
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How Labor struck a deal on environment
1739 • Nov 29, 2025
How Labor struck a deal on environment
Environmental law reform has been sitting in the too-hard basket for years — under successive governments, the system stayed broken.
Now, just days before the end of the parliamentary year, Labor has passed the first major changes in a generation.
The government chose to work with the Greens, agreeing to scrap logging exemptions, close coal and gas loopholes, and hand real enforcement powers to a new EPA.
Meanwhile, the Coalition fractured over the details — dealing themselves out of negotiations and out of relevance.
Today, press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno, on how Labor landed a landmark deal, and what it means for the future of environmental policy.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Press gallery journalist, Paul Bongiorno
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