Western Sydney asbestos dumper to pay $153,000
Mr Maher E-Masri has been ordered to pay $153,000 for two offences related to the unlawful transport and disposal of asbestos waste in western Sydney in 2019.
Ms Linda Scott joins the NSW EPA Board
Ms Linda Scott has been appointed to the Board of the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) for the next five years.
Dietary advice for fish caught in Wentworth Falls Lake
Wentworth Falls Lake remains safe for recreational use, however the NSW Government has issued precautionary dietary advice after testing detected per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in fish.
Waste and Circular Infrastructure Plan
The NSW Waste and Circular Infrastructure Plan will strategically guide decision-making and investment in critical waste infrastructure.
EPA hits Remondis with penalties over Awaba odours
Remondis Australia Pty Ltd has been fined $42,000 following persistent odour issues at its organics resource recovery facility near Awaba.
Ditch Dangerous Disposals – EPA launches problem waste campaign
The NSW EPA has launched a year-long awareness campaign to help households safely dispose of problem waste and protect the environment, waste workers and local communities.
Cadia mine expert health advisory panel
The EPA acknowledges the release of findings from the Cadia Mine Expert Health Advisory Panel's investigation into the potential health risks of dust exposure which found no definitive evidence of health impacts from heavy metal exposure among volunteers who were assessed.
Regional landfill sites get nearly $6 million revamp
Dozens of landfill sites across regional NSW will be modernised, closed or improved following a $5.9 million investment to upgrade waste infrastructure and reduce environmental risks.
Have your say on new testing and reporting requirements for biosolids
The EPA is seeking feedback on changes to the regulation of land-applied biosolids.
