Media statements are also released by the Minister for Environment.
Please note that the email address for general media enquiries is info.epa@dwer.wa.gov.au.
A proposal to develop an underground gold mine in the Great Sandy Desert has been recommended for approval by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), subject to strict conditions that include a ban on night-time haulage to protect the critically endangered night parrot.
Located about 400km south-east of Port Hedland, the Telfer - Havieron Gold Mining Project comprises the construction of the Havieron underground mine, within a development envelope encompassing both Telfer and Havieron operations.
Read more...A proposal to provide additional electricity to Perth’s north via a new transmission line has been recommended for approval by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), subject to conditions to avoid and protect native vegetation.
The Northern Terminal to Neerabup Terminal 330kV Transmission Line is a Western Power proposal to construct a 29-kilometre dual circuit link between Malaga and Pinjar.
Read more...A proposed tourism development in the South West has been recommended for approval by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), subject to strict conditions that include limiting building heights, protecting native vegetation and fauna habitat, and maintaining water quality.
Read more...The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has completed its assessment of the Bennett Resources Pty Ltd proposal to construct up to 20 exploration and appraisal wells in the Canning Basin.
The Valhalla Gas Exploration and Appraisal Program was referred to the EPA in accordance with regulation 2C of the Environmental Protection Regulations 1987 which requires referral of all onshore oil and gas exploration and production proposals involving hydraulic fracture stimulation.
Read more...The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) will not assess the proposed Perth Entertainment and Sporting Precinct, determining that other decision-making processes would be able to manage potential impacts.
The EPA’s decision states that any environmental impacts associated with the construction and operational-related noise impacts would be localised, intermittent and short in duration and could be adequately regulated under Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997.
Read more...A proposal by Doral Mineral Sands to expand its Keysbrook operation has been recommended for approval by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), subject to conditions related to noise, black cockatoo habitat retention and rehabilitation.
The proposed Western Extension to the Keysbrook Mineral Sands Project, about 23km east of Mandurah, would require an additional 512.94ha of disturbance to increase the mine’s life by 5½ years.
Read more...A BHP Iron Ore Pty Ltd proposal to expand its Jimblebar Hub has been recommended for environmental approval by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).
The proposal, located 40km east of Newman on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli People, is for the development of a below water table mining deposit, beneficiation plant, and extensions to existing operations and supporting infrastructure.
Read more...Stakeholders and community members have seven days to have their say on whether or not the proposed Perth Entertainment and Sporting Precinct should be assessed by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).
The public comment period, accessible via the EPA’s Consultation Hub, provides an opportunity for people to submit a view on the consideration of the Burswood proposal under Part IV of the Environmental Protection Act 1986.
Read more...A proposal to upgrade and extend wharf infrastructure at the Port of Geraldton has been recommended for approval by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), subject to conditions to minimise impacts on the marine environment, seagrass, marine fauna and coastal processes.
The Mid West Ports Authority wants to replace multiple wharf decks, upgrade the tug harbour and construct a new breakwater extending further north into Champion Bay as part of its proposed Geraldton Port Maximisation Project.
Read more...The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has completed its assessment of a proposal to increase the capacity of the Kwinana Swift Power Station to supply electricity to the South West Interconnected System (SWIS) network.
The EPA determined to assess the Western Energy Pty Ltd proposal to construct, install and operate four open-cycle gas turbines in May this year. Today the independent Authority published its report on the K2 Project, recommending the proposal may be implemented subject to conditions.
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