Who we are
We bring together regulatory functions including biodiversity conservation compliance, heritage regulation, wildlife licensing and management, and animal research ethics.
What we do
Our purpose is to deliver clear, consistent and fair regulation that supports positive outcomes for communities and the environment.
We administer legislation to prevent loss and reduce harm to native species and heritage by helping people to comply through licensing, education and engagement and taking enforcement action when the rules are broken.
How we work
Across all responsibilities, the Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator (BHR) applies one consistent regulatory approach scaled to different harms. We will:
- prioritise risk by focusing effort where harm is the greatest
- use intelligence and data to guide decisions and anticipate emerging risks
- prevent harm through education, engagement and behaviour change
- work in partnership with Aboriginal stakeholders, co-regulators, industry and communities
- act decisively when required with clear, consistent compliance action and enforcement
- take a proportionate, graduated approach to non-compliance.
Our regulatory strategy encapsulates our vision, our purpose, what we do, how we do it, our regulatory commitments and our priorities.
Report illegal activities
If you have information about activities relating to heritage, including Aboriginal cultural heritage, land clearing or wildlife you think are illegal, make a safe and secure report.
How to make a report
Land clearing, damage to threatened species or Aboriginal cultural heritage
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 131 555
Illegal native wildlife
Phone: 1300 361 967
Sick or injured native wildlife
Phone: WIRES
State Heritage listed items
Phone: 02 9873 8500
Be clear to comply – know the rules
It is important that everyone knows and complies with laws to protect our environment. Learn about the rules administered by the BHR.