Impact analysis statements

Wet Tropics water plan postponement of expiry 2024

In August 2024, the Wet Tropics water plan expiry was postponed from September 2024 to December 2032.

Boyne River Basin water plan postponement of expiry

In August 2024, the Boyne River Basin water plan expiry was postponed from September 2024 to December 2026.

Water and Other Legislation Amendment Regulation 2024

Changes were made to the Water Regulation 2016 in 2024 to improve the accuracy of water measurement and management.

Georgina and Diamantina water plan postponement of expiry

In July 2024, the expiry date for the Georgina and Diamantina water plan was postponed from August 2024 to August 2027.

Water Legislation Amendment Act 2023

Changes to the Water Act 2000 commenced in 2023 to deliver efficiencies for water users and changes to water measurement.

Mary Basin 2024

The Mary Basin water plan was replaced with a new plan in 2024 after more than two years of consultation and scientific assessments.

Water Regulation Amendment 2023

Changes were made to the Water Regulation 2016 in 2023 to improve a range of water management challenges.

Burnett Basin water plan postponement of expiry

In April 2024, the Burnett Basin water plan expiry date was postponed from September 2024 to April 2027.