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After discussion with the EPA, between 8-23 July 2023, Mangoola Coal Operations Pty Ltd discharged water from their HRSTS discharge point.

Several maintenance activities were completed during 2022-23

The Hunter River Salinity Trading Scheme performed well in the 2021-22 financial year by largely maintaining electrical conductivity levels in the river within target levels during periods of industry discharge.

The Operations Committee advises the EPA on the operation and the performance of the Hunter River Salinity Trading Scheme.

The Operations Committee advises the EPA on the operation and the performance of the Hunter River Salinity Trading Scheme. The Operations Committee typically meets twice a year in six-month intervals and often reviews scheme documentation presented at these meetings.

The Hunter River drains the largest coastal catchment in New South Wales, covering about 22,000 square kilometres. Salt occurs naturally, but is increased by human industry which has lead to the raising of salt levels in the river.

The 10-year statutory review was completed in 2016. The regulation will be reviewed after March 2027.

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has completed a compliance audit of the Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW).