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    • Wildlife licences

      Many activities that involve native animals or plants need a licence. Find out which licence you need and how to apply.

    • Scientific licences

      Find out whether you need a scientific licence for research, education or conservation, then choose the right licence class for your project.

    • Protected native plant licences

      Licensing helps regulate the cut-flower and whole-plant industries to sustainably harvest and cultivate protected native plants for sale.

    • Threatened species impact licences

      If your work may impact threatened species or their habitats, we’ve got the information you need.

    • Aboriginal heritage impact permit

      Could your activities impact Aboriginal objects or Aboriginal places? Find out what you need to do.

    • Heritage permits and applications

      Find out how to seek permission to work on heritage items or how to nominate a listing.

    • National parks passes and permits

      Regular or casual visitor, one park or many – find the parks pass that’s right for you or pay for a recent visit.

    • Commercial activities in parks

      Parks provide many opportunities for commercial activities compatible with the protection of our natural and cultural heritage.

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    • How can I find out about upcoming changes to wildlife licensing?
    • Where can I get more information about running a commercial business in a national park?
    • Do I need an environment protection licence?
    • What licences do I need to start a business?
    • How do I get a licence for commercial use of native plants?
    • How do I get a waste transport licence?
    • Do I need a licence to film or take photographs in a national park?
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