/environment/ en /environment/news/list/2025/05/13/learning-fiery-lessons-for-durable-law-reform-recruiting-now-for-a-fully This project will help to address a significant knowledge gap by examining what ‘better’ bushfire laws could look like in Australia. This PhD position is fully funded and includes a ‘top up’ stipend. Applications open until 30 July 2025 (or until position is filled). Candidate must commence by 30 September 2025. May 13 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/05/13/learning-fiery-lessons-for-durable-law-reform-recruiting-now-for-a-fully /environment/news/list/2025/03/27/are-we-witnessing-a-major-setback-for-australias-nature-protection-laws A new bill introduced to Parliament seeks to limit the federal government’s ability to reconsider past environmental approvals, even when new evidence shows harm. The move is tied to ongoing salmon farming in Tasmania’s Macquarie Harbour, putting the endangered Maugean skate at further risk. Dr Phillipa C. McCormack, Environment Institute Future Making Fellow, explores the consequences in her piece for The Conversation, calling for urgent reform of Australia’s outdated environmental laws. March 27 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/03/27/are-we-witnessing-a-major-setback-for-australias-nature-protection-laws