The concept of “nature positive” has gained popularity since its introduction in 2020 and adoption by G7 leaders (1). Nature positive is defined as a measurable increase from a 2020 baseline in the health, abundance, diversity, and resilience of species, populations, and ecosystems so that nature is visibly and measurably on the path to recovery within a stipulated time frame (1). It has been widely embraced by companies, financiers, and governments (2). Now, nations are grappling with the task of translating these commitments into meaningful biodiversity conservation policy. Australia is among the first nations to commit to nature positive law reforms (3) but, as we discuss below, proposed reforms raise critical issues that must be rectified if its laws are to align with a nature positive future, act as a template for other nations, and support achievement of the 2030 Targets and Mission outlined by the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF).