Environmental law reform has been sitting in the too-hard basket for years &mdash; under successive governments, the system stayed broken. Now, just days before the end of the parliamentary year, Labor has passed the first major changes in a generation. The government chose to work with the Greens, agreeing to scrap logging exemptions, close coal and gas loopholes, and hand real enforcement powers to a new EPA. Meanwhile, the Coalition fractured over the details &mdash; dealing themselves out of negotiations and out of relevance. Today, press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno, on how Labor landed a landmark deal, and what it means for the future of environmental policy. &nbsp; If you enjoy&nbsp;7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>. &nbsp; Socials: Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a> Guest: Press gallery journalist, Paul Bongiorno Photo:&nbsp;AAP Image/Lukas CochSee <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

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