Hanson Construction Materials has had a work variation plan refused by the Victorian Earth Resources Regulator for the rehabilitation of the former Harkaway Quarry.
Surfactants testing offers encouraging outcomes
In quarrying, the containment and reduction of dust emissions is an ongoing concern and challenge. An Australian business with experience across the extractive industries has devised a dust reduction solution using the best equipment and testing techniques in modern science.
Learning from disasters: Recognising the signs
Injuries and fatalities in the extractive industry often occur – and reoccur – because of systemic failures. Tony Ferrazza explains how a course being run by the IQA on behalf of the NSW Resources Regulator is educating quarry professionals to recognise the underlying causes of past safety incidents in their own operations.
Holcim contract contributes to nation-building Inland Rail
Humes Tamworth has been awarded a $67 million contract for New South Wales’ Inland Rail Project, growing its workforce and pipeline while contributing to the community.
Black Clay Pit: From sinkhole to community asset
Once an integral foundation of the Sydney construction market, the Penrith Lakes area – and in particular a 24ha clay pit within it – has been transformed into a centre for recreation, commerce, education and conservation in the past two decades.
Clean Air, Clear Lungs: A campaign for healthier job sites
Safe Work Australia has launched the Clean Air. Clear Lungs. campaign to raise awareness around occupational lung disease in dusty workplaces.
Managing regulatory and environmental challenges to extend quarry’s viability
A concrete and quarrying producer has successfully sought the assistance of a consultancy and engineering specialist on a variety of complex consent applications. Read more
Daracon seeks approval for project five years in the making
Daracon has revised its expansion proposal for Martins Creek quarry in New South Wales, and the State Significant Planning Department will accept community submissions on the matter until the beginning of July.
Boral considers all-comers in rezone proposal
Boral Cement has applied to rezone some of its operations in Maldon, New South Wales, opening up opportunities for employment and added vegetation conservation.
AU-UK free trade deal offers good signs for quarry businesses
An historic free trade agreement (FTA) between Australia and the United Kingdom will strengthen the UK’s investment in Australian resources, while providing easier access for businesses to trade equipment and services.