If requested, we can review statutory decisions made by our staff. This review process aims to test the merits of a decision. It will either affirm, revoke or change the decision.

Our internal decision review is a new process that involves:

  • a review of relevant facts, law and policy
  • deciding the correct and, where appropriate, preferable decision.

You can seek a review of certain statutory decisions before going to the Administrative Review Tribunal under the:

There is no statutory requirement to seek an internal review under the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007 and associated regulations.

We're committed to transparent decision-making. We also aim to provide a fair and objective internal decision review process.

How to request an internal review of a decision

You can request an internal review of a decision if:

  • you've received a decision letter from us
  • you're not satisfied with the outcome of a decision
  • the decision is reviewable as specified in the relevant legislation.

You can either request the review yourself or use a representative.

Timeframes

You must request a review within 60 days of the original decision under the REE Act and regulations. All other reviews must be requested within 28 days.

Request an extension

If you haven't lodged the request within the timeframe, you can ask us for an extension to apply for an internal decision review. Write to us and include why you haven't submitted the request and any related circumstances.

We only provide extensions under exceptional circumstances. Five factors influence whether we'll grant an extension:

  • length of the delay
  • reason for the delay
  • circumstances of the delay
  • if there's any prejudice to us or other parties because of the delay
  • if there's an arguable case for the internal review.

You can ask the Administrative Review Tribunal to review our decision if we deny the extension.

If you're unsure whether you have the right to an internal review, contact us.