The NT EPA publishes a range of guidelines, reports and environmental impact assessment documents for public comment.
Previous material that has been made available for public comment, and the submissions made on that material, is made available by the NT EPA in the interests of transparency.
Environmental impact assessment documents can also be found on the public register.
Final versions of guidelines and reports can be found under publications and advice.
RTA Gove Closure Works at Pond 2 West
Closed 13 Nov 2024 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal to expand the existing footprint of closure works at Rio Tinto Gove operations by approximately 2 ha beyond the currently approved disturbance footprint to facilitate the staged decommissioning and rehabilitation of its residue disposal area.
Little Paradise Development
Closed 24 Sep 2024 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal to construct and operate infrastructure and facilities in the north-east of the main township of Alyangula on Groote Eylandt.
Wurrumiyanga Residential Subdivision
Closed 11 Sep 2024 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal to construct and operate a new residential subdivision development within Wurrumiyanga township of Bathurst Island 80km north of Darwin.
Phase 2 Expansion of the Arnhem Space Centre
Closed 20 Aug 2024 11:59pm
Equatorial Launch Australia Pty Ltd is proposing to expand the Arnhem Space Centre, located on NT Portion 1646 in the East Arnhem local government area.
Berrimah Freight Terminal Expansion
Closed 13 May 2024 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal by Aurizon Operations Ltd for the Berrimah Freight Terminal Expansion Project.
Carpentaria Pilot Project
Closed 26 Apr 2024 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal by Imperial Oil & Gas Pty Ltd for the recovery of petroleum on an appraisal basis at its unconventional gas project on EP 187. The proposal includes land clearing, drilling, stimulation, tie-in of wells and appraisal testing at up to four new well pads and two existing well pads. It also includes construction of the Carpentaria Gas Plant (CGP) and Water Handling Station (WHS); the installation of buried gas and wastewater flowlines between well pads, the WHS, and the CGP; and groundwater extraction over five years.
Winchelsea Island Manganese Mine Project
Closed 9 Apr 2024 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the proponent initiated Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Winchelsea Island Manganese Mine Project submitted by Winchelsea Mining Pty Ltd to develop the Winchelsea Island Manganese Mine Project.
Australia-Asia Powerlink
Closed 8 Dec 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the additional information to the EIS for the Australia-Asia PowerLink submitted by AAPowerlink Australia Assets Pty Ltd.
Manton Dam Return to Service Project
Closed 29 Nov 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal to return the Manton Dam reservoir to service as a water source for the greater Darwin region. The proposal includes the construction, upgrade and operation of infrastructure at Manton Dam, a new water pipeline, and a new water treatment plant at Strauss, plus the ongoing extraction and treatment of water.
Rover 1 Project
Closed 15 Nov 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the proponent initiated environmental impact statement (EIS) referral for the Castile Resources Pty Ltd Rover 1 Project, including proponent drafted Terms of Reference for the EIS, and a proponent Statement of Reasons for why an EIS is required.
Draft guidance for marine dredging
Closed 20 Oct 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites comment on draft marine dredging guidance.
Mount Todd Gold Project Alterations
Closed 19 Oct 2023 11:59pm
Vista Gold Australia Pty Ltd is proposing a number of alterations to the Mount Todd Gold Project, located approximately 55km north-west of Katherine, adjacent to the Edith River.
Singleton Horticulture Project
Closed 13 Sep 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on draft terms of reference for preparation of an environmental impact statement by Fortune Agribusiness Funds Management Pty Ltd for the Singleton Horticulture Project.
Mathison Station Land Clearing
Closed 26 Jul 2023 11:59pm
The proposed action is to clear 4,517 hectares of land on Mathison Station (NT portion 7061, perpetual pastoral lease 1224) for the purpose of growing hay and fodder crops including cavalcade, jarrah, forage sorghum and Rhodes grass.
Blue Carbon Restoration Research Pilot Project
Closed 20 Jul 2023 11:59pm
Verity Nature Pty Ltd is proposing to establish the Blue Carbon Restoration Research Pilot Project in the Gulf of Carpentaria. The proposal includes conducting pilot research of blue carbon ecosystem (mangrove, saltmarsh) restoration methods across six hectares on Kangaroo Island (NT Portion 2433), and construction and operation of a blue carbon research institute on about three hectares of land near Black Rock Landing, north of King Ash Bay.
Southern Lease Mining Project
Closed 29 Jun 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the proponent initiated environmental impact statement (EIS) referral for the Southern Lease Mining Project (including proponent drafted terms of reference for the EIS, and statement of reasons for why an EIS is required) submitted by GEMCO.
Santos NA Barossa Pty Ltd – Darwin Pipeline Duplication
Closed 28 Jun 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the supplementary environmental report (SER) for the Darwin Pipeline Duplication project submitted by the Santos NA Barossa Pty Ltd.
HMAS Coonawarra - Dredging and Dredged Material Management
Closed 5 Jun 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the supplementary environmental report (SER) for the HMAS Coonawarra - Dredging and Dredged Material Management submitted by the Department of Defence.
Ammaroo Ammonium Phosphate Fertiliser Project
Closed 23 May 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on draft terms of reference for preparation of an environmental impact statement by Verdant Minerals Ltd for the Ammaroo Ammonium Phosphate Fertiliser Project.
Southern Lease Exploration Project
Closed 27 Apr 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invited public comment on the referral for the Southern Lease Exploration Project prepared by Groote Eylandt Mining Company Pty Ltd.
Mandorah Marine Facilities
Closed 14 Apr 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal to develop a weather-resistant ferry berthing facility at Mandorah (within Lots 116 and 50, Hundred of Bray), to improve transport connectivity between the Cox Peninsula and Darwin.
Tiwi H2 Project
Closed 30 Mar 2023 11:59am
The NT EPA invites public comment on draft terms of reference for preparation of an environmental impact statement by Provaris Energy Ltd for the Tiwi H2 Project.
Holtze Development Area
Closed 1 Feb 2023 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal to develop an urban development of 202 hectares of land approximately 1.8km north of the Palmerston central business district in the Litchfield local government area.
Rustlers Roost and Quest 29 Open-Cut Mine Redevelopment
Closed 28 Oct 2022 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the Supplement to the draft environmental impact statement (Supplement) for the Rustlers Roost and Quest 29 Open-Cut Mine Redevelopment submitted by Primary Gold Pty Ltd.
Ichthys LNG Maintenance Dredging Program 2023-2027
Closed 19 Oct 2022 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal to undertake maintenance dredging activities, as required, within the existing dredged footprint in Darwin Harbour over a five-year period. To date no maintenance dredging activities have been required to be undertaken; however, it is anticipated that at some stage during the next five-years such activities would be required.
Draft guidance for environmental factors: culture and heritage; and atmospheric processes
Closed 13 Jul 2022 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on its draft guidance for the environmental factors: culture and heritage, and atmospheric processes.
Melville Island Road Upgrades
Closed 22 Jun 2022 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal to upgrade 73km of gravel road to bitumen on Melville Island, 80km north of Darwin.
Middle Arm Sustainable Development Precinct
Closed 10 Jun 2022 11:59pm
The Northern Territory Department of Logistics and Infrastructure (formerly Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics) proposes a program for establishing an industrial precinct on Middle Arm Peninsula, Darwin Harbour.
Upgrade to Paru Road, Melville Island
Closed 14 Mar 2022 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a Supplementary Environmental Report submitted by the Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics to carry out upgrades to Paru Road on Melville Island.
Darwin Pipeline Duplication Project
Closed 15 Feb 2022 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a referral for standard assessment submitted by Santos to construct and operate a 100 km gas pipeline from Darwin to the Barossa gas field in the Timor Sea.
Darwin Ship Lift and Marine Industries Project
Closed 14 Jan 2022 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the construction and operation of a common user ship lift, repair and maintenance facility approximately 700m east of the existing East Arm Wharf and Marine Supply Base in Darwin Harbour.
Rustlers Roost and Quest 29 Open-Cut Mine Redevelopment
Closed 13 Jan 2022 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Rustlers Roost and Quest 29 Open-cut Mine Redevelopment submitted by Primary Gold Pty Ltd.
Finniss Lithium Project BP33 Underground Mine
Closed 20 Dec 2021 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the Supplementary Environmental Report (SER) for the Finniss Lithium Project BP33 Underground Mine submitted by Core Lithium Ltd.
North One Hotel and Apartments
Closed 2 Nov 2021 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites pubic comment on a referral for standard assessment under the Environment Protection Act 2019 submitted by KTT Investment Pty Ltd to develop a hotel and apartments.
Clearing of native vegetation on Ucharonidge Station
Closed 30 Sep 2021 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proposal to clear native vegetation on Ucharonidge Station in the Barkly region.
Australia-ASEAN Power Link
Closed 24 Sep 2021 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proponent initiated EIS referral submitted by Sun Cable Pty Ltd to develop the Australia-ASEAN Power Link.
Project Caymus Bulk Fuel Storage Facility
Closed 23 Aug 2021 10:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the referral for the Project Caymus Bulk Fuel Storage Facility, proposed by Crowley Government Services Incorporated.
Fountain Head Gold Project
Closed 6 Aug 2021 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the Draft EIS for the Fountain Head Gold Project, proposed by PNX Limited.
Jabiru Power Station
Closed 7 May 2021 11:59pm
The Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet is proposing to construct a new hybrid power station (solar and diesel) to supply electricity to the township of Jabiru.
Darwin Processing Facility
Closed 19 Apr 2021 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on the Supplement to the draft EIS (Supplement) for the Darwin Processing Facility. The proponent is TNG Limited, and the proposal is located at Middle Arm, Darwin Harbour.
Rustlers Roost and Quest 29 Open-Cut Mine Redevelopment
Closed 9 Apr 2021 11:59pm
The NT EPA invites public comment on a proponent initiated EIS referral for the Rustlers Roost and Quest 29 Open-Cut Mine Redevelopment. The proposal was referred by Primary Gold Limited, and is located in the Mount Bundey region.
J Quarry Haul Road Realignment Project
Closed 7 Dec 2020 12:00am
The NT EPA invites public comment on a referral submitted by Groote Eylandt Mining Company Pty Ltd to carry out the J Quarry Haul Road Realignment Project on Groote Eylandt.
Review of seabed mining in the NT – Environmental impacts and management
Closed 9 Nov 2020 12:00am
The NT EPA has prepared its draft review and advice to the NT Government on environmental impacts and management of seabed mining in the NT.
Preparing a proponent initiated EIS referral
Closed 20 Aug 2020 12:00am
The NT EPA has prepared draft guidance for proponents referring a Proponent Initiated Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) referral for consideration under the Environment Protection Act 2019.
Finniss Lithium Project BP33 Underground Mine
Closed 10 Aug 2020 12:00am
Core Lithium Limited is proposing to develop and operate an underground lithium mine at the BP33 resource on the Cox Peninsula approximately 33 km west of Berry Springs. The NT EPA invites public submissions to be made on this referral.
Environment Protection Act 2019: Guidance for proponents – Stakeholder engagement and consultation
Closed 30 Jun 2020 12:00am
The NT EPA is preparing to implement the NT Government's newly reformed environmental regulatory regime. The Environment Protection Act 2019 will replace the current environmental impact assessment process.
Guidance for proponents preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
Closed 19 Jul 2019 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on the draft General Guidance for Proponents Preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
Draft guidance for proponents – Stakeholder engagement
Closed 22 Feb 2019 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on the draft Guidance for Proponents – Stakeholder Engagement.
Guidance on Adaptive Management
Closed 19 Oct 2018 12:00am
The NT EPA invited your comment and feedback on the draft Guidance on Adaptive Management.
Draft guideline recommended land use separation distances
Closed 9 Aug 2017 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on the draft Guideline Recommended Land Use Separation Distances.
Comment: Draft advice – Response to Dr Hawke's review
Closed 30 Sep 2016 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on the Draft Advice regarding Dr Allan Hawke's Review of the NT Environmental Assessment and Approval processes.
Draft guideline: Identification of significant effects on the environment
Closed 15 Aug 2016 12:00am
The NT EPA invites the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on the draft Guideline - Identification of significant effects on the environment.
Draft guideline for reporting environmental monitoring
Closed 29 Jan 2016 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on the draft Guideline for Reporting on Environmental Monitoring.
Draft guideline for noise nuisance from bird scaring devices
Closed 9 Oct 2015 12:00am
The NT EPA invites the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on the draft Guideline for Noise nuisance from bird scaring devices.
Stormwater Strategy for Darwin Harbour Region
Closed 14 Aug 2015 12:00am
The Draft Implementation Plan proposes how the NT EPA and the community can achieve the purpose and objects of the Stormwater Strategy.
Guideline for the preparation of a Notice of Intent
Closed 19 Jun 2015 12:00am
The objective of this draft Guideline is to provide project proponents with advice on the role of an NOI in the environmental impact assessment process.
Draft Implementation Plan: Stormwater Strategy for Darwin Harbour Region
Closed 25 May 2015 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, and industry to provide comment on the Environment Quality Report: Biodiversity of Howard Sand Plains Site of Conservation Significance.
Guideline for pollution avoidance on commercial and residential building sites
Closed 8 May 2015 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on the draft Guideline for Pollution Avoidance on Commercial and Residential Building Sites.
Guideline for the preparation of an Environmental Management Plan
Closed 2 Apr 2015 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on the Guideline for the preparation of an Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
Waste Management Strategy
Closed 5 Dec 2014 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on a draft Waste Management Strategy for the Northern Territory.
Review of legislation
Closed 27 Oct 2014 12:00am
The NT EPA is reviewing the Waste Management and Pollution Control Act (WMPC Act) and the Litter Act. It is currently considering feedback it received in response to an Issues Paper it released in September 2014.
Environment Quality Report: Biodiversity of the Howard Sand Plains Site of Conservation Significance
Closed 20 Jun 2014 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on a draft Stormwater Strategy for the Darwin Harbour Region.
Guidelines on Waste Discharge Licensing under the Water Act
Closed 14 Feb 2014 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on a draft Guideline on Waste Discharge Licensing under the Water Act.
Environmental Guidelines
Closed 15 Jul 2013 12:00am
The NT EPA invited the public, community and industry to provide comment and feedback on a number of draft guidelines related to implementation of the Environmental Assessment Act and the Waste Management and Pollution Control Act.