About the consultation

You are invited to provide your feedback on draft listing assessment and conservation advice regarding the:

  • eligibility of Nyctophilopython oenpelliensis (nawaran, Oenpelli python) for inclusion on the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) list of threatened species, and

  • protection and recovery action for this species.

Responses are welcomed from any interested person.

The Threatened Species Scientific Committee assesses nominations of species to determine their eligibility for inclusion in the list of threatened species under the EPBC Act and makes recommendations to the Australian Government Minister for the Environment and Water.

How can I get involved

Read the consultation documents:

Send your comments

Responses are required to be submitted by Tuesday, 8 July 2025.

Responses are to be provided in writing by email to: species.consultation@dcceew.gov.au

Please include “Nyctophilopython oenpelliensis (nawaran, Oenpelli python)” in the Subject field of your email.

Personal information collection

Personal information that you provide will only be used for these purposes. Personal information may be disclosed to employees of Australian Government agencies assisting the Committee for the purposes outlined above. The Department will deal with personal information contained in, or provided concerning, responses in accordance with its Privacy Policy.

Timeline

  • Consultation opens
    open

    23 May 2025

  • Consultation closes
    pending

    8 July 2025

Contact
Terrestrial Threatened Species Section