Who is the environment minister? Federal and every state
Current environment ministers for Australia and every state and territory, with office addresses and shadow ministers. Write to any of them online.
Australia has nine parliaments: the federal parliament and one for each state and territory. Each government decides its own ministry, so the environment portfolio has a different name, and sometimes a different minister, in each one. All nine currently have a minister whose title covers environment. This page lists them, their shadows, and the other ministers who share the work, with addresses from each parliament's official records.
Environment and Climate Change ministers at a glance
| Parliament | Name | Portfolio | Office mailing address | Write |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federal | Chris BowenALP · Member for McMahon | Minister for Climate Change and Energy | PO Box 6022, House of Representatives, Parliament House, Canberra ACT 2600Parliament House | Write |
| Federal | Murray WattALP · Senator for Queensland | Minister for the Environment and Water | PO Box 6100, Senate, Parliament House, Canberra ACT 2600Parliament House | Write |
| New South Wales | Penny SharpeALP · Member of the Legislative Council | Minister for Climate Change; Minister for the EnvironmentAlso: Minister for Energy | Parliament House, Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000Parliament House | Write |
| Victoria | Jaclyn SymesALP · Member for Northern Victoria Region | Minister for Environment; Minister for Climate ActionAlso: Minister for Energy and Resources; Minister for the State Electricity Commission | shop 1/87 Sydney Street, Kilmore VIC 3764Electorate office | Write |
| Queensland | Andrew PowellLNP · Member for Glass House | Minister for the Environment and TourismAlso: Minister for Science and Innovation | PO Box 727, Maleny QLD 4552Electorate office | Write |
| Western Australia | Matthew SwinbournALP · Member of the Legislative Council | Minister for the Environment; Minister for Climate ResilienceAlso: Minister for Community Services; Minister for Homelessness | PO Box 390, Maddington WA 6989Electorate office | Write |
| South Australia | Emily BourkeALP · Member of the Legislative Council | Minister for Climate, Environment and WaterAlso: Minister for Tourism | Parliament House, Adelaide SA 5000Parliament House | Write |
| Tasmania | Guy BarnettLIB · Member for Lyons | Minister for Environment and Climate ChangeAlso: Deputy Premier; Attorney-General; Minister for Justice, Corrections and Rehabilitation; Minister for Small Business, Trade and Consumer Affairs | 76 Emu Bay Road, Deloraine TAS 7304Electorate office | Write |
| Australian Capital Territory | Suzanne OrrALP · Member for Yerrabi | Minister for Climate Change, Environment, Energy and WaterAlso: Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs; Minister for Housing and Homelessness; Minister for Equality; Minister for Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity | GPO Box 1020, Canberra ACT 2601Parliament House | Write |
| Northern Territory | Josh BurgoyneCLP · Member for Braitling | Minister for Lands, Planning and EnvironmentAlso: Minister for Corporate and Digital Development; Minister for Water Resources | PO Box 178, Alice Springs NT 0871Electorate office | Write |
Federal addresses are for Parliament House, where portfolio mail should go. State and territory addresses are the minister's electorate office, which passes portfolio mail on.
Names, roles and addresses on this page come from each parliament's official member lists. Data checked 20 October 2026.
Federal or state: who's responsible for environment?
Federal environment ministers administer national environment law (the EPBC Act) for matters of national significance, and national climate policy. States and territories run most day-to-day environmental regulation, national parks, land clearing rules and their own environment protection authorities. Climate change sits with the environment minister in some parliaments and the energy minister in others.
If you're not sure which level handles your issue, write to your own local member as well. Their office can pass your letter to the right minister.
Environment and Climate Change ministers by parliament
Federal environment minister
The Minister for Climate Change and Energy in the federal government is Chris Bowen (ALP, Member for McMahon). Write to them at PO Box 6022, House of Representatives, Parliament House, Canberra ACT 2600.
The Minister for the Environment and Water in the federal government is Murray Watt (ALP, Senator for Queensland). Write to them at PO Box 6100, Senate, Parliament House, Canberra ACT 2600.
In opposition, Andrew Bragg (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Environment. In opposition, Dan Tehan (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction.
New South Wales environment minister
The Minister for Climate Change and Minister for the Environment in New South Wales is Penny Sharpe (ALP, Member of the Legislative Council), who is also Minister for Energy. Write to them at Parliament House, Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000.
In opposition, James Griffin (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Energy and Climate Change. In opposition, Jacqui Munro (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Environment.
Victoria environment minister
The Minister for Environment and Minister for Climate Action in Victoria is Jaclyn Symes (ALP, Member for Northern Victoria Region), who is also Minister for Energy and Resources and Minister for the State Electricity Commission. Write to them at shop 1/87 Sydney Street, Kilmore VIC 3764.
In opposition, David Davis (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction. In opposition, Nick McGowan (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Environment. On the crossbench, Ellen Sandell (GRN) is Spokesperson for Climate Change and Emissions, Spokesperson for Biodiversity, Environment and Forests and Spokesperson for Emergency Services and Climate Disaster Preparedness.
Queensland environment minister
The Minister for the Environment and Tourism in Queensland is Andrew Powell (LNP, Member for Glass House), who is also Minister for Science and Innovation. Write to them at PO Box 727, Maleny QLD 4552.
In opposition, Leanne Linard (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Environment, Science, Innovation and Climate Change.
Western Australia environment minister
The Minister for the Environment and Minister for Climate Resilience in Western Australia is Matthew Swinbourn (ALP, Member of the Legislative Council), who is also Minister for Community Services and Minister for Homelessness. Write to them at PO Box 390, Maddington WA 6989.
In opposition, David Bolt (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Environment and Climate.
South Australia environment minister
The Minister for Climate, Environment and Water in South Australia is Emily Bourke (ALP, Member of the Legislative Council), who is also Minister for Tourism. Write to them at Parliament House, Adelaide SA 5000.
In opposition, Nicola Centofanti (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Environment and Water.
Tasmania environment minister
The Minister for Environment and Climate Change in Tasmania is Guy Barnett (LIB, Member for Lyons), who is also Deputy Premier, Attorney-General, Minister for Justice, Corrections and Rehabilitation and Minister for Small Business, Trade and Consumer Affairs. Write to them at 76 Emu Bay Road, Deloraine TAS 7304.
In opposition, Janie Finlay (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Environment, Parks & Climate Change. On the crossbench, Vica Bayley (GRN) is Greens Spokesperson for Environment and Biodiversity. On the crossbench, Cassy O'Connor (GRN) is Greens Spokesperson for Climate Change.
Australian Capital Territory environment minister
The Minister for Climate Change, Environment, Energy and Water in the Australian Capital Territory is Suzanne Orr (ALP, Member for Yerrabi), who is also Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs, Minister for Housing and Homelessness, Minister for Equality and Minister for Disability, Autism and Neurodiversity. Write to them at GPO Box 1020, Canberra ACT 2601.
In opposition, Elizabeth Lee (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Environment and Climate Change. On the crossbench, Andrew Braddock (GRN) is Spokesperson for Climate Change. On the crossbench, Jo Clay (GRN) is Spokesperson for the Environment.
Northern Territory environment minister
The Minister for Lands, Planning and Environment in the Northern Territory is Josh Burgoyne (CLP, Member for Braitling), who is also Minister for Corporate and Digital Development and Minister for Water Resources. Write to them at PO Box 178, Alice Springs NT 0871.
In opposition, Manuel Brown (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Environment. In opposition, Ed Smelt (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Climate Change and Renewables.
Shadow environment ministers and spokespeople
A shadow minister leads the opposition's policy on environment and questions the government in parliament. Write to them when you want an issue raised publicly, or want to know what the alternative government would do. Crossbench spokespeople, such as the Greens in some parliaments, are listed too.
| Parliament | Name | Portfolio | Write |
|---|---|---|---|
| FederalOpposition | Andrew BraggLIB · Senator for New South Wales | Shadow Minister for EnvironmentAlso: Shadow Minister for Housing and Homelessness | Write |
| FederalOpposition | Dan TehanLIB · Member for Wannon | Shadow Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction | Write |
| New South WalesOpposition | James GriffinLIB · Member for Manly | Shadow Minister for Energy and Climate ChangeAlso: Shadow Minister for Digital, Artificial Intelligence and Investment; Shadow Minister for Customer Service | Write |
| New South WalesOpposition | Jacqui MunroLIB · Member of the Legislative Council | Shadow Minister for EnvironmentAlso: Shadow Minister for the Central Coast; Shadow Minister for Science and Technology | Write |
| VictoriaOpposition | David DavisLIB · Member for Southern Metropolitan Region | Shadow Minister for Energy and Emissions ReductionAlso: Shadow Minister for Arts and Creative Industries; Shadow Minister for Resources | Write |
| VictoriaOpposition | Nick McGowanLIB · Member for North-Eastern Metropolitan Region | Shadow Minister for EnvironmentAlso: Shadow Minister for Fire Rescue Victoria | Write |
| QueenslandOpposition | Leanne LinardALP · Member for Nudgee | Shadow Minister for Environment, Science, Innovation and Climate ChangeAlso: Shadow Minister for Youth | Write |
| Western AustraliaOpposition | David BoltLIB · Member for Murray-Wellington | Shadow Minister for Environment and ClimateAlso: Shadow Minister for Commerce; Shadow Minister for Science and Innovation; Shadow Minister for Homelessness | Write |
| South AustraliaOpposition | Nicola CentofantiLIB · Member of the Legislative Council | Shadow Minister for Environment and WaterAlso: Shadow Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development | Write |
| TasmaniaOpposition | Janie FinlayALP · Member for Bass | Shadow Minister for Environment, Parks & Climate ChangeAlso: Deputy Leader of the Opposition; Shadow Minister for Energy & Renewables; Shadow Minister for Primary Industries & Aquaculture; Shadow Minister for Water; Shadow Minister for Innovation, Artificial Intelligence & the Digital Economy | Write |
| Australian Capital TerritoryOpposition | Elizabeth LeeLIB · Member for Kurrajong | Shadow Minister for Environment and Climate ChangeAlso: Shadow Minister for Education; Shadow Minister for Tourism and Events | Write |
| Northern TerritoryOpposition | Manuel BrownALP · Member for Arafura | Shadow Minister for EnvironmentAlso: Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries; Shadow Minister for Water Resources; Shadow Minister for Recreational Fishing and Hunting; Shadow Minister for Corporate and Digital Development; Shadow Minister for People, Sport and Culture; Shadow Minister for Veterans; Shadow Minister for Volunteers | Write |
| Northern TerritoryOpposition | Ed SmeltALP · Member for Nightcliff | Shadow Minister for Climate Change and RenewablesAlso: Deputy Leader of the Opposition; Shadow Minister for Community Safety; Shadow Attorney-General and Justice; Shadow Minister for Corrections; Shadow Minister for Prevention of Domestic Violence; Shadow Minister for Alcohol Policy; Shadow Minister for Racing; Shadow Minister for Housing Construction; Shadow Minister for Lands and Planning; Shadow Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure; Shadow Minister for Housing, Local Government and Community Development; Shadow Minister for Essential Services | Write |
| VictoriaCrossbench | Ellen SandellGRN · Member for Melbourne | Spokesperson for Climate Change and Emissions; Spokesperson for Biodiversity, Environment and Forests; Spokesperson for Emergency Services and Climate Disaster PreparednessAlso: Spokesperson for Gas and Resources; Spokesperson for Treasury and Finance; Spokesperson for First Nations | Write |
| TasmaniaCrossbench | Vica BayleyGRN · Member for Clark | Greens Spokesperson for Environment and BiodiversityAlso: Greens Spokesperson for Arts; Greens Spokesperson for Energy; Greens Spokesperson for Housing and Consumer Protection; Greens Spokesperson for Multicultural Affairs; Greens Spokesperson for Sports and Events; Greens Spokesperson for Treasury and Finance; Greens Spokesperson for Veterans Affairs | Write |
| TasmaniaCrossbench | Cassy O'ConnorGRN · Member for Hobart Region | Greens Spokesperson for Climate ChangeAlso: Greens Spokesperson for Attorney-General and Justice; Greens Spokesperson for Democracy and Integrity; Greens Spokesperson for Education; Greens Spokesperson for Infrastructure and Transport; Greens Spokesperson for Planning | Write |
| Australian Capital TerritoryCrossbench | Andrew BraddockGRN · Member for Yerrabi | Spokesperson for Climate ChangeAlso: Spokesperson for Transport; Spokesperson for Municipal Services; Spokesperson for Emergency Services; Spokesperson for Integrity and Public Service Transformation; Spokesperson for Democracy; Spokesperson for Anti-Racism and Multicultural Affairs | Write |
| Australian Capital TerritoryCrossbench | Jo ClayGRN · Member for Ginninderra | Spokesperson for the EnvironmentAlso: Spokesperson for Treasury and Economic Equality; Spokesperson for Birth; Spokesperson for Planning; Spokesperson for the Arts | Write |
See every opposition frontbench on the list of shadow ministers.
Also relevant
Assistant ministers, parliamentary secretaries and ministers for closely related areas. If your issue is about one of these areas, they may be the better person to write to, or you can copy them in.
| Parliament | Name | Portfolio | Write |
|---|---|---|---|
| FederalOpposition | Tony PasinLIB · Member for Barker | Shadow Minister for Scrutiny of Government Waste and Accountability | Write |
| FederalGovernment | Josh WilsonALP · Member for Fremantle | Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy | Write |
| New South WalesGovernment | Trish DoyleALP · Member for Blue Mountains | Parliamentary Secretary for Climate Change; Parliamentary Secretary for the Environment; Parliamentary Secretary for Heritage | Write |
| VictoriaCrossbench | Katherine CopseyGRN · Member for Southern Metropolitan Region | Spokesperson for Animal Protection | Write |
| VictoriaOpposition | Renee HeathLIB · Member for Eastern Victoria Region | Shadow Minister for Bay Protection | Write |
| VictoriaGovernment | Nathan LambertALP · Member for Preston | Parliamentary Secretary for Climate Action | Write |
| Western AustraliaGovernment | Kim GiddensALP · Member for Bateman | Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for the Environment, Climate Resilience, Community Services, Homelessness | Write |
| Western AustraliaOpposition | Scott LearyNAT · Member for Albany | Shadow Minister for Heritage | Write |
| Western AustraliaGovernment | Simone McGurkALP · Member for Fremantle | Minister for Heritage | Write |
| Western AustraliaGovernment | Cassie RoweALP · Member for Belmont | Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Creative Industries, Heritage, Industrial Relations, Aged Care and Seniors, Women | Write |
| TasmaniaCrossbench | Tabatha BadgerGRN · Member for Lyons | Greens Spokesperson for National Parks and Public Land | Write |
| TasmaniaOpposition | Meg BrownALP · Member for Franklin | Shadow Minister for Heritage & Arts | Write |
| TasmaniaGovernment | Nick DuiganLIB · Member for Windermere Region | Minister for Parks and Heritage | Write |
| TasmaniaCrossbench | Cecily RosolGRN · Member for Bass | Greens Spokesperson for Waste | Write |
| TasmaniaCrossbench | Rosalie WoodruffGRN · Member for Franklin | Greens Spokesperson for Marine Environment | Write |
| Australian Capital TerritoryGovernment | Chris SteelALP · Member for Murrumbidgee | Minister for Heritage | Write |
| Northern TerritoryGovernment | Marie-Clare BoothbyCLP · Member for Brennan | Minister for Parks and Wildlife | Write |
How to address a letter to a minister
Address the envelope to the minister by name and title, then their office address. Inside, open with Dear Minister. Only write "The Hon" if the minister holds that title; some state ministers do not. The address blocks on each politician page already use the right form. For more detail, see how to address a letter to an MP.
The Hon Chris Bowen MP
PO Box 6022
House of Representatives, Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600
Dear Mr Bowen,
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the federal environment minister?+
The Hon Chris Bowen MP (ALP) is the Minister for Climate Change and Energy in the federal government. Senator the Hon Murray Watt (ALP) is the Minister for the Environment and Water in the federal government.
Who is the environment minister in New South Wales?+
The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC (ALP) is the Minister for Climate Change and Minister for the Environment in New South Wales, and also Minister for Energy.
Who is the environment minister in Victoria?+
Ms Jaclyn Symes MLC (ALP) is the Minister for Environment and Minister for Climate Action in Victoria, and also Minister for Energy and Resources and Minister for the State Electricity Commission.
Who is the environment minister in Queensland?+
The Hon Andrew Powell MP (LNP) is the Minister for the Environment and Tourism in Queensland, and also Minister for Science and Innovation.
Who is the environment minister in Western Australia?+
The Hon Matthew Swinbourn MLC (ALP) is the Minister for the Environment and Minister for Climate Resilience in Western Australia, and also Minister for Community Services and Minister for Homelessness.
Who is the environment minister in South Australia?+
The Hon Emily Bourke MLC (ALP) is the Minister for Climate, Environment and Water in South Australia, and also Minister for Tourism.
Who is the environment minister in Tasmania?+
The Hon Guy Barnett MP (LIB) is the Minister for Environment and Climate Change in Tasmania, and also Deputy Premier, Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Who is the environment minister in the Australian Capital Territory?+
Ms Suzanne Orr MLA (ALP) is the Minister for Climate Change, Environment, Energy and Water in the Australian Capital Territory, and also Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs, Minister for Housing and Homelessness and Minister for Equality.
Who is the environment minister in the Northern Territory?+
The Hon Josh Burgoyne MLA (CLP) is the Minister for Lands, Planning and Environment in the Northern Territory, and also Minister for Corporate and Digital Development and Minister for Water Resources.
Who is the shadow environment minister?+
Federally, Senator Andrew Bragg (LIB) is the Shadow Minister for Environment and The Hon Dan Tehan MP (LIB) is the Shadow Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction. Every one of Australia's nine oppositions has a shadow minister covering environment, all listed on this page.
Should I write to the federal or state environment minister?+
Federal environment ministers administer national environment law (the EPBC Act) for matters of national significance, and national climate policy. States and territories run most day-to-day environmental regulation, national parks, land clearing rules and their own environment protection authorities. Climate change sits with the environment minister in some parliaments and the energy minister in others.
How do I contact the environment minister?+
Write a letter. Address the envelope to the minister by name and title, followed by their office address, and open with "Dear Minister". Federal ministers can be written to at Parliament House, Canberra ACT 2600. State and territory ministers can be written to at their electorate office, which passes portfolio mail on to their ministerial office.