The QLD Department of Environment, Science and Innovation has released the Progress Report for 2024 for the Regulatory Strategy 2022-2027. The…[Read More]
Transport company cops fine for failure to supply information to EPA Victoria
A failure to supply information to EPA Victoria in line with an official notice is a breach that has copped…[Read More]
Building industry’s environmental, safety, building compliance obligations
EPA Victoria and Macedon Ranges Shire Council officers have undertaken unannounced inspections of the building industry at 34 building sites…[Read More]
NSW EPA warns Builders and Developers to Get the Site Right
On 1 May 2024, the annual Get the Site Right campaign began as NSW EPA warns Builders and developers about…[Read More]
No excuse for breaching Dangerous Goods storage and handling requirements say EPA
On 2 February, a Distribution & Warehousing Specialists who is licensed to handle dangerous goods in Melbourne’s Western Suburbs was…[Read More]
Warning to all tyre retailers and mechanics if you stockpile
EPA Victoria is sending a stern warning to all Victorian tyre retailers and mechanics should they attempt to illegally stockpile…[Read More]
NSW Environment Protection Legislation Amendment (Stronger Regulation and Penalties) Bill 2024: Passes NSW Parliament
The NSW Environment Protection Legislation Amendment (Stronger Regulation and Penalties) Bill 2024 (EPLA Bill) was passed by Parliament on 21 March 2024,…[Read More]
Asbestos found in NuGrow Ipswich
In South East QLD, the QLD Department of Environment, Science and Innovation (DESI) and the Asbestos Safety Unit of Workplace…[Read More]
Stockpiling green waste results in enforcement action
Stockpiling of green waste at a site in Swanbank QLD has seen the QLD Department of Environment, Science and Innovation…[Read More]
A Duty to Ensure Hazardous Materials are Handled Appropriately
NSW EPA has fined a Newcastle chemical and material manufacturer $15,000 for failing to transfer tar-based substances onto a ship…[Read More]