Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2025
Subregulations 12.28 (3) and (4)
KAKADU NATIONAL PARK
DETERMINATION OF A CAMPING AREA (SOUTH ALLIGATOR) 2026
I, Jonathan McLeod, Branch Head of Kakadu National Park and Cultural Heritage Branch, Parks Australia Division, Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, delegate of the Director of National Parks, acting pursuant to sub regulations 12.28 (3) and (4) of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2025, DETERMINE that:
- the area of the Commonwealth reserve known as Kakadu National Park, and described in Schedule 1 to this determination, is a camping area, to be known as South Alligator Camping Area; and
- the South Alligator Camping Area is subject to the conditions set out in Schedule 2 to this determination.
This determination commences on the day after it is registered.
Dated: 5 March 2026
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Jonathan McLeod
Delegate of the Director of National Park
SCHEDULE 1
DESCRIPTION OF CAMPING AREA
SOUTH ALLIGATOR CAMPING AREA – KAKADU NATIONAL PARK
The area of land within the Commonwealth reserve of Kakadu National Park, being the area described below as South Alligator Camping Area bounded by the line indicated on the map below and by the GPS coordinates below:
- Commencing at a point indicated by the grid reference 226,402E 859,7696N a point defined by track junction;
- thence heading in a south-east direction for 367 meters to a point indicated by grid reference 226,664E 859,7437N a point defined by track junction;
- thence heading in a south-west direction for 632 meters to a point indicated by grid reference 226,210E 859,6997N a point defined by track junction;
- thence heading in a north-west direction for 365 meters to a point indicated by grid reference 225,953E 859,7256N a point defined by track junction; and
- thence heading in a north-east direction for 628 meters to the point of commencement.
SCHEDULE 2
CONDITIONS OF CAMPING AREA
SOUTH ALLIGATOR CAMPING AREA – KAKADU NATIONAL PARK
For the South Alligator Camping Area:
- The maximum number of persons who may camp in the camping area at the same time is 80 persons.
- The maximum number of camping sites in the South Alligator Camping Area that may be occupied at the same time is 16 camping sites.
- The maximum number of tents that may be used on the one camping site at the same time is 32 tents.
- The maximum number of persons on the one camping site at the same time is 5 persons.
- The nature of equipment permitted on the camping site are self-sufficient campervans and camper trailers, and boat trailers.
- Portable generators are permitted in the South Alligator Camping Area in designated generator areas.
- The South Alligator Camping Area is subject to the following restrictions:
- Digging of trenches is not permitted anywhere in the camping area; and
- The use of trees or structures are not permitted anywhere in the camping area
Overview
The Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2025 were enacted to address the need for comprehensive regulations governing the protection of the environment and biodiversity within Australia. These regulations were developed under the authority of the Parliament of Australia and are administered by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. The policy objective of these regulations is to provide a framework for the effective management of activities that may have significant environmental impacts, ensuring that they are assessed and managed appropriately to protect and conserve Australia's unique biodiversity and ecosystems. The regulations establish specific conditions and requirements for various activities, including the determination of camping areas within national parks such as Kakadu National Park, as outlined in the Kakadu National Park Determination of a Camping Area (South Alligator) 2026. This determination sets out the specific parameters and conditions for the South Alligator Camping Area, including limits on the number of people, sites, and types of equipment allowed, as well as restrictions on activities such as digging and the use of trees or structures within the camping area.
Scope and Application
The Kakadu National Park Determination of a Camping Area (South Alligator) 2026 applies to the South Alligator Camping Area within the Commonwealth reserve known as Kakadu National Park, governed by the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2025. This determination, made under subregulations 12.28 (3) and (4), sets specific conditions for the camping area, including the maximum number of persons, camping sites, and tents allowed simultaneously, along with permitted equipment and restrictions such as the prohibition of digging trenches and the use of trees or structures. This regulation is applicable to all persons and entities who intend to camp within the specified area of the South Alligator Camping Area in Kakadu National Park, ensuring compliance with environmental conservation and visitor management standards.
The jurisdictional reach of this determination is confined to the Commonwealth reserve of Kakadu National Park, which is located within the Northern Territory of Australia. While the primary focus is on the South Alligator Camping Area, the application of the conditions set forth is subject to the broader regulatory framework provided by the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2025. Any amendments or further specifications regarding the application of this determination may be introduced through subordinate instruments as deemed necessary by the relevant authorities.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of the KAKADU NATIONAL PARK DETERMINATION OF A CAMPING AREA (SOUTH ALLIGATOR) 2026, under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2025, establish the South Alligator Camping Area within Kakadu National Park and set out the specific conditions governing its use. This determination, made by Jonathan McLeod, acting on behalf of the Director of National Parks, designates a specific area within the park as a camping zone and outlines the rules for its use (sections 1-2). The conditions specified in Schedule 2 detail the number of people, sites, and equipment allowed, as well as the types of activities permitted or prohibited.
The obligations imposed by this Act on the users of the South Alligator Camping Area include adhering to the maximum occupancy limits, both in terms of the number of persons and camping sites. Specifically, the area can accommodate up to 80 persons at any given time, with a maximum of 16 camping sites occupied simultaneously, and no more than 5 persons per camping site. Furthermore, only specific types of equipment, such as self-sufficient campervans, camper trailers, and boat trailers, are allowed. Additionally, the use of portable generators is permitted but only in designated areas. The Act also restricts certain activities, such as digging trenches and using trees or structures for purposes other than camping.
Failure to comply with the conditions set forth in this determination can result in civil or criminal penalties. While the specific penalties are not detailed in the text, the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 provides for a range of enforcement measures, including fines and potential prosecution. The severity of the penalties may depend on the nature and extent of the breach, with more significant violations potentially leading to higher fines or other legal consequences. Users are required to strictly adhere to the conditions to avoid any legal repercussions.