About the consultation

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

  • the eligibility of Kumbadjena toolbrunupensis for inclusion on the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) threatened species list in the Critically Endangered category; and  

  • the necessary conservation actions for the above species. 

We welcome responses from all interested individuals and groups.

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

How can I get involved?

Read the consultation documents:

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Send your comments

Responses must be submitted by 14 September 2026.

Please provide your response by email at:  species.consultation@dcceew.gov.au

Please include "Kumbadjena toolbrunupensis" in the Subject field of your email.

or by mail to:

The Director
Threatened Species Assessment Section
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
GPO Box 3090
CANBERRA ACT 2601

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

  • Opened
    open

    30 July 2026

  • Closes
    pending

    13 September 2026

Contacts

Please provide your response by email at:  species.consultation@dcceew.gov.au

or by mail to:

The Director
Threatened Species Assessment Section
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
GPO Box 3090
CANBERRA ACT 2601