This "Search Proposal" function provides all assessment documentation associated with a specific proposal, from referral through to Ministerial Statement, where relevant. Information on a specific proposal not available through this search function can be obtained by contacting DWER, EPA services: info.epa@dwer.wa.gov.au
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Last updated: March 30, 2026
Change to conditions 1-1 (Implementation) and 2-1 (Proponent Commitments) Read more...Last updated: March 27, 2026
The West Pilbara Iron Ore Project Stage 1 – Mine and Rail proposal is to develop and operate eight iron ore deposits 35 to 85 km south of Pannawonica and a heavy-haulage railway that connects the mine area to the Anketell Point Port precinct. The EPA's assessment report (Report 1409) was released on 3 August 2011. The Minister for Environment approved the proposal for implementation, subject to the implementation conditions of Ministerial Statement 881 (30 November 2011). In August 2015,... Read more...Last updated: March 27, 2026
The requested change relates to condition 3 of Statement 1027 for an extension to the time limit for proposal implementation. Read more...Last updated: March 26, 2026
The Northern Terminal to Neerabup Terminal 330kV Transmission Line proposal (the Proposal) is located approximately 13 km north of Perth in the City of Swan and City of Wanneroo. The Proposal is for the construction of a new 330kV dual circuit transmission line between Northern Terminal in Malaga and Neerabup Terminal in Pinjar, a length of approximately 29 km. Additionally, the Proposal includes the expansion of the two existing Western Power substations, Northern Terminal and Neerabup... Read more...Last updated: March 25, 2026
The proposal is to construct and operate a greenfield open cut and underground gold mine approximately 150 kilometres (km) east of the City of Kalgoorlie Boulder in the eastern Goldfields region of Western Australia (WA). The proposal is located on the western margin of Lake Roe and will comprise associated ore stockpiles, waste rock landforms, mining related and general supporting infrastructure and a 50 km service corridor. Mining will occur below groundwater level requiring dewatering of the... Read more...Last updated: March 18, 2026
Sanjiv Ridge is an Iron ore mine located approximately 33km south of Marble Bar in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The proposal involves expansion of the existing Stage 1 approval to allow mining below the water table at Mine Pits (Sparrow, Shark Gully, Runway North and Runway South), development of additional pits (Pedmore and CD15), an increase to groundwater abstraction to support operations, management of surplus water and potentially acid forming material, and additional clearing... Read more...Last updated: March 18, 2026
Lake MacLeod Pty Ltd proposes to expand the existing solar salt operations at Lake MacLeod (Shire of Carnarvon), approximately 50 km north of Carnarvon. The proposal would include a total disturbance of up to 387.1 ha, of which 100 ha is previously disturbed, within a 653 ha development envelope. The proposal is for an expansion of the existing operation to increase production from approximately 1.5 Mtpa to 3 Mtpa by 2027, within the currently approved Prescribed Premises Licence limit of 6.1... Read more...Last updated: March 6, 2026
The proposal is for the construction and operation of a 140 megawatt (MW) thermal power station and associated supporting infrastructure located directly east of Kalgoorlie-Boulder in the Goldfields region of Western Australia. The proposed power station will supply electricity to Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM) and connect to the South West Interconnected System (SWIS). The power station will be capable of operating using natural gas, distillate and future alternative fuel sources... Read more...Last updated: March 5, 2026
The Proponent, FMG Iron Bridge Ltd, proposes to construct and operate the North Star Magnetite Iron Ore Mine, located approximately 110km south of Port Hedland, WA. The Project also includes a borefield in the Canning Basin and a slurry pipeline to transport the ore product to Port Hedland for export. Read more...Last updated: March 5, 2026
Amendment of implementation Condition 10 (Terrestrial Fauna – Pilbara Leaf-nosed Bat) to allow for ground disturbing activities within the mining exclusion zone surrounding Cave 13 and Chateau Cave, which will result in the removal of Cave 13 and Chateau Cave where the proponent can demonstrate the viability of the population is maintained within a 100 kilometre radius of Cave 13 and Chateau Cave. Read more...Last updated: March 5, 2026
Pilot Energy Limited proposes to undertake marine seismic surveying 7 kilometres off the mid-west coast of Western Australia, south of Dongara. The survey aims to acquire three-dimensional seismic data to improve understanding of subsurface geology and assess potential natural gas resources. The proposal involves a purpose-built survey vessel traversing the survey area, generating seismic sound using controlled releases of compressed air. The vessels will tow 6 cables approximately 6,000 metres... Read more...Last updated: March 4, 2026
Fortescue Metals Group Limited is proposing to increase the footprint and mining life of the Solomon Iron Ore Project. The proposal consists of expanding mining operations and rail infrastructure beyond the current footprint. Fortescue Metals Group Limited is also seeking approval for an external borefield to provide an additional water supply to support the expansion. The extent of proposed ground disturbance is approximately: 11,322 hectares for the mine expansion within a development... Read more...Last updated: March 4, 2026
Fortescue Ltd (Fortescue) proposes to develop the Wyloo North Iron Ore Mine in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, approximately 110 kilometres (km) west of Tom Price in the Hamersley Range. The Proposal involves the construction and operation of an iron ore mine using conventional open-cut methods, including mining both above and below the groundwater table. To support mining activities, the Proposal includes the development of mine pits, waste rock landforms, ore and soil stockpiles, and... Read more...Last updated: February 27, 2026
Pilbara Iron Company (Services) Pty Ltd, a member of the Rio Tinto group of companies, has developed a strategic proposal to facilitate future development throughout the East Pilbara over the next 80 years. The key components include: • new above and below water table mining, and expansions to existing mines • associated mining activities and infrastructure which commonly includes crushers, conveyors, ore processing facilities (wet and dry), waste rock landforms, stockpiles, tailings storage... Read more...Last updated: February 27, 2026
Pilbara Energy (Generation) Pty Ltd proposes to construct and operate the Bonney Downs Wind Farm to connect with the Fortescue Integrated Power Network The proposal is located approximately 9 km southwest of Nullagine (at the northern extent of the Proposal) in the Shire of East Pilbara and Palyku and Nyiyaparli Native Title Determination Areas. The proposal comprises the installation of wind turbines, substations, 33 kV reticulation to collect power from wind turbines, associated supporting... Read more...Last updated: February 20, 2026
Z1Z Resorts Pty Ltd proposes to redevelop the Ningaloo Lighthouse Holiday Park, located along Yardie Creek Road, North West Cape. The Proposal comprises the construction of new visitor accommodation; the construction of associated ancillary facilities (i.e., staff accommodation, power supply infrastructure, water supply and treatment, wastewater treatment and reuse, and replacement service station (vehicle refuelling) etc.); refurbishment of the Vlamingh Head Lighthouse Quarters (a part of... Read more...Last updated: February 18, 2026
The Commissioner of Main Roads Western Australia (Main Roads) is proposing to widen Tonkin Highway from south of Roe Highway to approximately one kilometre north of Kelvin Road to a six-lane dual carriageway. The proposal includes construction of a half diamond interchange with north facing ramps at the Hale Road intersection in Forrestfield, and a grade-separated interchange at the intersection of Tonkin Highway and Welshpool Road in Wattle Grove. The proposal includes construction of a... Read more...Last updated: February 16, 2026
The Proposal is located 210 km south of Port Hedland and 180 km north west of Newman in the Pilbara Region of Western Australia. The Proposal includes and is not limited to the following: The development of a series of above and below water table mine pits; Dry ore crushing and screening plant(s); Groundwater abstraction for construction, water supply (for the mine and all associated infrastructure) and for the dewatering to facilitate the recovery of ore below water table in the mine pits;... Read more...Last updated: February 10, 2026
Smiths 2014 Pty Ltd proposes to develop Lot 4131 Smiths Beach Road, Yallingup (City of Busselton) into a coastal tourism village, including: Hotel accommodation and wellness centre Campground 61 holiday homes Community hub, café, bakery and general store Cape to Cape welcome centre Surf Lifesaving Club facilities The proposal is located at the southern end of Smiths Beach, adjacent to the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. The total proposed development envelope is 41.79 hectares (ha). The... Read more...Last updated: February 10, 2026
Urban Resources Pty Ltd proposes to conduct sand and limestone extraction at Lot 107 Godel Road, Nowergup. The site is located approximately 2.6 kilometres east of Alkimos in the City of Wanneroo and is expected to be operational for 10 years. Site infrastructure includes a mobile crushing and screening plant. The proposal includes a total disturbance of 13.94 hectares of native vegetation. Read more...