The cases shaping 2026: climate, Country + forests in court 

In 2026, major environmental decisions are being tested in court.

Across fossil fuel approvals, cultural heritage protection and forest governance, judges and tribunals are being asked some big questions: 

Were climate impacts properly considered? 
Was cultural heritage consultation done lawfully? 
Are endangered species protections being taken seriously? 

From the Federal Court challenge to the North West Shelf gas extension, to proceedings halting land clearing at Binybara/Lee Point, to forest cases in Victoria and Tasmania – these matters could influence how environmental decisions are made across Australia this year. 

Join Environmental Justice Australia for a live online briefing to hear directly from our senior lawyers.  

When

Tuesday, March 3 
6–7pm AEDT (VIC/NSW/TAS) 

(3–4pm AWST (WA) | 4:30–5:30pm ACST (NT) | 5–6pm AEST (QLD) | 5:30–6:30pm ACDT (SA))

Where

Online via Zoom – RSVP to receive the link 

WHAT TO EXPECT: 

• A clear explanation of the North West Shelf Federal Court proceedings and the Browse reconsideration request 
• Insights into the Binybara / Lee Point heritage case and what lawful consultation requires 
• Analysis of forest and endangered species litigation in Victoria and Tasmania 
• Discussion of what these cases could clarify about climate assessment, cultural heritage protection and biodiversity law 
• Live Q&A with EJA senior lawyers   

These cases sit under different laws and in different jurisdictions. But they share a common thread: they test how environmental law is interpreted, applied and enforced. 

If you want a clear, accessible explanation of what’s unfolding, and why 2026 matters, this webinar is for you. 

It is a free event and open to the public. Please feel free to share it with your networks.