Changes to the way contaminated land is managed and assessed in Queensland have come into effect. The changes will affect…[Read More]
Queensland News
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Latest annual report card for Great Barrier Reef
Published: October 1, 2015
The Queensland Government has released the latest report card for the Great Barrier Reef. Report Card 2014 incorporates significant improvements…[Read More]
Weipa solar plant begins operating
Published: October 1, 2015
Australia’s first commercial diesel displacement solar plant has begun operating – supplying electricity to Rio Tinto’s bauxite mine as well…[Read More]
Legislation for ethanol mandate – Introduced in QLD Parliament
Published: September 18, 2015
Queensland’s Minister for Energy and Water Supply Mark Bailey has introduced legislation in QLD Parliament that will require fuel sellers…[Read More]
QLD Government seeks input for new plan to manage water in the Great Artesian Basin
Published: September 11, 2015
The Queensland Government is seeking input on a new plan to manage water in the Great Artesian Basin. QLD Minister…[Read More]
Power tool battery recycling trial commences
Published: September 11, 2015
The Queensland Government has joined the Australian Battery Recycling Initiative (ABRI) in a power tool recycling trial that will run…[Read More]
Quarry operator fined for causing serious harm
Published: September 11, 2015
A major Queensland quarrying company has been fined $250,000 in the Brisbane Magistrates Court after pleading guilty to a number…[Read More]
Waste industry compliance investigation taskforce
Published: September 11, 2015
The Queensland Government has joined forces with the waste management industry, including the Waste Recycling Industry Association Queensland, to set…[Read More]
Unlawfully storing asbestos at site – PIN issued
Published: September 4, 2015
A commercial waste operator has been issued a Penalty Infringement Notice (PIN) of $11,385 for unlawfully storing a large quantity…[Read More]
Auditor General report – Regulation of Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Permits and Approvals – Released
Published: August 21, 2015
The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) has released a performance audit report – Regulation of Great Barrier Reef Marine Park…[Read More]
