NSW Government Consultations
Draft Large-Scale Solar Energy Guidelines
The NSW Department of Planning & Environment invites comments on the Draft Large-Scale Solar Energy Guideline, which aims to provide the community, industry, and regulators with guidance on the planning framework for the assessment and approval of large-scale solar energy development proposals under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EP&A Act). Submissions close Friday 16 February 2018.
Marine Estate Management Strategy
The NSW Marine Estate Management Authority invites comments on the draft Marine Estate Management Strategy. The Strategy recognises that effective coastal and marine management needs to be holistic, coordinated and evidence-based. Submissions close Friday 8 December 2017.
Australian Government Consultations
Agriculture
New Active Constituent Isofetamid
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority invites comment on whether the application for approval of isofetamid should be granted. Isofetamid is a new agricultural active constituent. Submissions close Tuesday 12 December 2017.
Proposed Approval of the Active Cyclaniliprole in the Product ISK Cyclaniliprole 50 SL Insecticide
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority invites comment on the application for the registration of ISK Cyclaniliprole 50 SL insecticide containing cyclaniliprole. The product is to be registered for use as an insecticide in agricultural products. Submissions close Tuesday 12 December 2017.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine in the Product Crop Culture Nemo Aquatic Surfactant
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority invites comment on the application for the registration of Crop Culture Nemo Aquatic Surfactant containing cocamidopropyl betaine. The product is to be registered as surfactant for addition to products that are approved for use in aquatic situations. Submissions close Tuesday 12 December 2017.
Aviation
CASA Indemnity Insurance Arrangements
The Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development invites comment on the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) industry indemnity and insurance arrangements for persons who are delegates or authorised persons appointed under civil aviation legislation. Submissions close Friday 22 December 2017.
Consumer Affairs
Ticket Reselling in Australia
The Treasury invites comment on the consultation regulation impact statement for ticket reselling in Australia in regards to the reselling problem and options which may address them. Submissions close Friday 15 December 2017.
Energy
Draft Network Exemption Guideline
The Australian Energy Regulator invites comment on the revised draft of the network exemption guidelines for electricity network providers. The amendments have been made to reflect administrative changes and points of clarification. Submissions close Monday 15 January 2017.
Food
Food Derived from Herbicide-tolerant Cotton Line
Food Standards Australia New Zealand invites comment on the draft variation of a food regulatory measure with regards to Cotton line GHB811 which has been genetically modified to provide tolerance to glyphosate and isoxaflutole herbicides. Submissions close Thursday 21 December 2017.
Health
Discontinuing pre-market evaluation of Herbal Component Names (HCNs)
The Therapeutic Goods Administration invites comment on the proposed dicontinuance of the process for the pre-market evaluation of Herbal Component Names (HCNs) which are used in relation to listed complementary medicines. Submissions close Friday 12 January 2017.
Proposed Regulatory Changes Related to Personalised and 3D Printed Medical Devices
The Therapeutic Goods Administration invites feedback on the proposed regulatory framework for personalised and 3D printed medical devices, including identifying issues and unintended consequences that may affect the regulatory process. Submissions close Friday 22 December 2017.
Information & Communication Technology
Review of Australia’s .au Domain Management
The Department of Communications and the Arts invites comment on the review of the .au domain management to ensure it remains fit for purpose. The review will examine and make recommendations on framework, expectations and strategies. Submissions close Monday 18 December 2017.
Measurements
Measurement Law Review
The Department of Industry, Innovation and Science invites comment on the comprehensive review of Australia’s measurement laws. This review will take into consideration the rapid development in measurements in order to create a measurement framework that is fit for purpose for current and future opportunities and challenges. Submissions close Tuesday 30 January 2018.
