The proposed action, Valhalla Gas Exploration and Appraisal Program was referred to the Minister for Environment on 16 September 2024 (2024/10006). It was determined that additional information (Preliminary Documentation) is required to inform the assessment and a decision on the Project under the EPBC Act. You are invited to make a comment on the draft Preliminary Documentation for the proposed action.

To make your submission as helpful as possible, please explain:

• why you believe the proposed action is or is not a controlled action under the EPBC Act
• identify which protected matters outlined in the Preliminary Documentation you consider may be impacted.
• describe how the proposed action could affect those matters and indicate which specific components of the action may contribute to those impacts.
• where possible, include the sources of any key information that support your views.
• if you believe any part of the referral information is misleading or incorrect, please identify the issue, explain why you consider it inaccurate, and provide corrected information where available.

Submitters may provide multiple comments on this page; please select ‘Comment Topic’ to submit your comment on that Matter.
Electronic submission through this Web page is the preferred method for lodging comments, as it enables:

• consistent record-keeping;
• reduced processing timeframes;
• compliance with statutory timeframes; and
• minimisation of personal information handling across multiple channels.

Hardcopy submissions will only be accepted where individuals are unable to submit comments electronically due to digital access limitations, disability, or other significant barriers. In such cases, individuals may seek assistance from a support person, community organisation, service provider, or authorised representative, who may submit an electronic submission on their behalf if requested.