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Which legislation applies to native vegetation in South Australia?

Find out about the specific legislation that governs how native vegetation is protected, managed and cleared in South Australia.

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Maps of where the Native Vegetation Act applies in South Australia

Find detailed maps of the areas under the Act.

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Clearance Application Register

The Clearance Application Register is a public record of all clearance decisions since 25 August 2003 and is regularly updated with new applications and outcomes.

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Native Vegetation Clearing Decision Tool

Answer a few questions about your land and proposed clearing activity and the Native Vegetation Clearing Decision Tool will guide you to the relevant regulations and next steps.

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Resources for Accredited Consultants

Information and resources for Accredited Consultants and for professionals seeking accreditation to assess native vegetation.

Members of the Native Vegetation Council

Native Vegetation Council

The Native Vegetation Council is an independent statutory body responsible for administering South Australia's Native Vegetation Act 1991. The Council ensures that native vegetation is managed sustainably and cleared only when it aligns with environmental and legislative requirements.

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Native Vegetation Council e-news

Subscribe to the Native Vegetation Council's e-news and view the archive for past issues of the e-news and the Native Vegetation Council Meeting Communique.

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Contact the Native Vegetation Branch

You can contact the Native Vegetation Branch by phone, email or post for advice or assistance.