Victoria’s Earth Resources Regulation has recommended that Victoria’s quarry sector should supplement aggregates with recycled materials.
SA safety authority launches variations to mine managers regulations
SafeWork South Australia has announced that effective from 2021, it will introduce additional mine manager competency requirements for quarry professionals.
Gravel site proposed – 15 years early
A gravel quarry proposed by an earthworks and excavation service could provide aggregates for 50 years if it starts production in 2035.
Past IQA President appointed as Earth Resources Regulation liaison
Victoria’s Earth Resources Regulation has appointed a past IQA President as independent stakeholder liaision.
South Australian Government ponders quarry planning, regulation reforms
The Government of South Australia has acknowledged reform recommendations from the state’s Productivity Commission after a review of the planning and regulation frameworks of quarries.
NSW Budget produces record infrastructure pipeline
The NSW 2020-21 Budget will help deliver a $107.1 billion infrastructure pipeline for the state, which promises to create 145,000 jobs.
Boral receives approval for Dunmore Sand and Soil operations expansion
After a series of hearings, the New South Wales Independent Planning Commission has greenlit Boral’s application to expand its sand quarry operations at the Dunmore Quarry.
Tackling planning challenges to bring new quarries to life
Paul Stewart and Garrett Hall argue the extractive industry will have to be more proactive and consultative in the planning of new quarries if it is to satisfactorily meet the conflicting demands of construction materials supply and environmental responsibility.
Billions injected into housing projects across Victoria
The Victorian Government has committed $5.3 billion dollars to its Big Housing Build as part of the state’s 2020-21 Budget.
VRX Silica locks in silica sand mining leases
VRX Silica has been granted mining leases for its Arrowsmith North and Arrowsmith Central silica sand projects in Western Australia.