
News
30 Apr 2024
Builders urged to 'Get the Site Right' to avoid waste and protect our waterways
Builders and developers are being urged to safeguard their construction materials from high wind and other strong weather events to prevent pollution of local waterways as this year’s Get the Site Right campaign kicks off on Wednesday 1 May.


Content page
26 Apr 2024
Human health risk assessment
In March 2024, NSW Health convened an expert advisory panel (Panel) to assess the potential risk to human health from asbestos contained in mulch that was identified at Rozelle Parklands and other locations.

News
26 Apr 2024
VE Resource Recovery licence conditions strengthened
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has strengthened licence conditions for VE Resource Recovery Pty Ltd (VERR) as part of its ongoing investigation into asbestos contamination in mulch.

Content page
22 Apr 2024
Information for suppliers of drink containers
The information on this page is for suppliers and retailers of drink containers.

Content page
18 Apr 2024
FOGO frequently asked questions
Food Organics and Garden Organics allows food scraps to be added to the green lid garden waste bin.

Content page
17 Apr 2024
Protection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulation 2014
The EPA has led important reforms to the way waste is managed in NSW, to better protect the environment and the community for the future. The EPA has raised standards across the industry, tightened the rules, and strengthened deterrence to ensure operators do the right thing.

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17 Apr 2024
Waste levy
The Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 (POEO Act) requires certain licensed waste facilities in NSW to pay a contribution for each tonne of waste received at the facility. Referred to as the 'waste levy', the contribution aims to reduce the amount of waste being landfilled and promote recycling and resource recovery.

