On 28 March 2025 the government assumed a Caretaker role. Information on websites maintained by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water will be published in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions until after the conclusion of the caretaker period.

The CBD Program operates within a legal framework; and as a regulator, administers, monitors and enforces legislation.  

Legislation 

Rules 

CBD Accredited Assessors use specific rules to conduct assessments under the CBD Program. 

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