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Leichhardt cleared to double salt operation

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Leichhardt has been cleared by the state's environmental umpire to double the size of its Lake MacLeod salt harvesting operation to 3 million tonnes per annum.

Hancock puts $850m gas plan to EPA

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Hancock Prospecting has referred an $850 million gas plant to regulators, outlining a Perth Basin gas vision beyond the assets it acquired from Mineral Resources in 2024.

'Unacceptable': EPA on Preston Beach quarry

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The Environmental Protection Authority has opposed a proposal to build a limestone quarry in Preston Beach, almost a decade on from referral.

New era dawns for influence framework

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SEE THE FULL LIST: Mapping influence is not a straightforward task in an environment of economic and political change.

Delay in WA, feds enviro deal

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The state aims to enter a bilateral environmental regulatory agreement with the Commonwealth by late 2026, pushing out the timeframe previously flagged by Premier Roger Cook.

Greening is a necessary path

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Land developers are changing their approach to tree retention within estates.

EPA backs power transmission line plan

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The Environmental Protection Authority has recommended Western Power's proposal to build a new power transmission line in Perth's northern suburbs for approval, subject to conditions.

EPA waves through Synergy’s $4.5bn wind farm

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Synergy's $4.5 billion Tathra wind farm near Eneabba will not be subject to state environmental review, clearing another hurdle ahead of project development.

EPA to not assess Burswood race track plan

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The EPA has decided to not assess the WA government's proposed sporting complex at Burswood, mirroring its approach to the contentious Crawley ferry service proposal.

BHP's Jimblebar expansion clears hurdle

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The state's environmental umpire is recommending approval for BHP's proposal to expand its Jimblebar Hub to sustain the major Pilbara iron ore operation.

EPA backs AGL’s bid to triple power

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The environmental watchdog has backed AGL Energy's bid to triple its gas-fired Kwinana Swift Power Station output, recommending it be approved subject to conditions.

EPA accepts Browse changes after 17,000 submissions

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The Environmental Protection Authority has accepted changes to Woodside Energy's Browse gas proposal, after considering more than 17,000 submissions received over just four weeks.

Pilbara iron plant backed by EPA

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POSCO's proposed $4.4-billion Pilbara green iron plant has been recommended for approval by the state's environmental watchdog.

Newmont’s mine expansion under review

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The environmental watchdog will assess Newmont's proposed Boddington mine extension, expecting impacts from the flagged clearing of 528 hectares of native vegetation.

EPA backs Rio’s mine expansion

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The environmental watchdog has backed Rio Tinto's expansion of its West Angelas iron ore operation but with conditions to mitigate impacts on Karijini National Park.

Alcoa’s contentious proposals open to the public

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The public consultation floodgates have opened on Alcoa's proposals to open new bauxite mines in the Darling Range and increase production at its Pinjarra alumina refinery.

EPA backs Gnarabup resort for approval

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The controversial $118 million plan has been recommended for approval, subject to height limitations.

EPA to assess Greenbushes expansion

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The environmental watchdog will assess the proposed expansion of Talison Lithium's Greenbushes mine which includes clearing more than 500 hectares of land.

Flexibility needed on enviro offsets

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Environmental offsets have become increasingly difficult for property developers.

Woodside flags Browse project changes

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Woodside plans to reduce the development envelope of its Browse to North West Shelf project, submitting an application to the environmental watchdog.

EPA backs Goldfields power station

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TransAlta has gained backing for its proposed 150-megawatt Mt Keith gas power plant, but it is unclear when the project will proceed, given the shutdown of BHP's nickel operations.

BHP to expand power plant

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The expansion of a gas station powering BHP's Pilbara iron ore mines has been green lit by the state's environmental watchdog.

Appointments October 4, 2024

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Our weekly appointments wrap includes Robert Edel, Philipp Glanz, Darren Walsh, Wayne Chorley, Rob Dawson, Justin Baker, Tamara Heng, Matthew Cronin, Todd Ross, Steve McDonald, and Andrew McQualter.

Walsh to chair EPA

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Darren Walsh has been appointed to lead the Environmental Protection Authority, after joining the board less than a year ago.

Appointments November 17, 2023

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Our weekly appointments wrap includes Craig Bydder, Joshua Thomson, Craig Astill, Pete Stone, Penny Dakin, Darren Walsh, Jenny Pope, Todd Clewett, Ivan Vella and Jérôme Pécresse.

Walsh to join EPA board

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Darren Walsh, formerly of Satterley Property Group, has been tasked with a position on the board.

Consultants nurture growth opportunities

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The environmental consulting sector is an effective leading indicator of WA's economic performance, and industry leaders are noticing a big improvement.

Strategen goes national with JBS&G merger

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Western Australian environmental services group Strategen is set to merge with national firm JBS&G Australia, creating a 200-strong consultancy with offices in five Australian states.

Bowra appointed to Strategen board

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Environmental consultancy Strategen has appointed general manager and senior principal Tim Bowra as executive director on the board.

On the move

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Mehan recruited to Jupiter Mines