Business as usual is causing the rapid decline of nature in Australia. Current rates of biodiversity loss jeopardise the long-term sustainability of human health, food production, water supply, the economy, climate resilience and our Australian way of life.

The Biodiversity Council outlines the priorities for the next Australian Government and the reforms that are needed to safeguard and restore nature. Key policy recommendations are grouped into four main areas:

• Strengthen Australia's environmental laws
• Empower Indigenous Australians to manage Country and benefit from Traditional Knowledge
• Increase investment in the protection and restoration of nature
• Ensure nature is central to decision-making across business and government