✦ Plain-English Summary

Stopping Wind Farms in State Forests Bill 2025

What it does

This bill would ban large companies from building wind farms in specific state forests across Australia. The ban applies to five named forests: Sunny Corner, Vulcan, Mount David, Gurnang, and Canobolas State Forests. If passed, any company that tries to construct, install, or commission a wind farm in these areas would be breaking the law.

Why it matters

Wind energy is a key part of Australia's renewable energy transition, so blocking wind farms in these forests could slow down clean energy projects. The bill also prevents states from deciding their own land use policies in these areas, since it's a federal law overriding state decisions.

Key details

• Who it affects: Only large corporations (defined as those covered by the Constitution's corporation powers) — small operators or individuals wouldn't technically be covered
• Enforcement: The federal Minister can take legal action in the Federal Court to stop violations, with powers to seek court injunctions
• When it starts: The law would take effect the day after it receives Royal Assent (the Governor-General's formal approval)

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