Office of the Appeals Convenor

We investigate appeals against environmental decision-making in Western Australia on behalf of the Minister for the Environment
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Stage 1 and 2 complete: Appeals progress update

The Office of the Appeals Convenor has concluded Stage 1 and 2 of its appeals process, and commenced Stage 3 (the investigation) into the appeals lodged against the EPA Assessment 1800 for the Valhalla Gas Exploration and Appraisal Program.
oac submissions update
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High appeals volume impacts response times

Due to an unusually high number of appeals for EPA Report 1800, responses may take longer than usual as submissions are assessed following the close of the appeal period on 10 February 2026
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New strategic priorities

As part of our work to be effective and ensure our service delivery is focused and aligned with Government and community priorities, the Office of the Appeals Convenor has developed its strategic priorities from 2025 forward

What we do

Our role is to investigate appeals efficiently and effectively. This includes actively seeking opportunities to resolve issues in dispute through agreement. If the matters in dispute cannot be resolved by consent, we report to the Minister for the Environment, whose decision is final and without appeal.

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