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ENVIRONMENT NETWORK WEEKLY (ENW) E-NEWS – VICTORIA

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Bill to consider number of objectors

The Victorian Government has introduced the Planning and Environment Amendment (Recognising Objectors) Bill 2015 into parliament. The bill means decisions…[Read More]

First steps towards a new marine and coastal law

Victorian Environment Minister Lisa Neville has announced the establishment of a new expert panel to identify and examine the key…[Read More]

Floodplain management revisited

The Victorian Government has also re-opened consultation on the revised draft Victorian Floodplain Management Strategy. The strategy aims to better…[Read More]

Victoria’s Water quality policy review

The Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) has announced the State Environment Protection Policy (SEPP) Waters Review…[Read More]

Victoria receives greenhouse gas assessment permits

The Victorian Government has been granted three greenhouse gas assessment permits by the Federal Government under the Offshore Petroleum and…[Read More]

Inquiry into Hazelwood mine fire reopens

The Victorian Government has re-opened the Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry following concerns about a spike in deaths following the fire.…[Read More]

New appointments to Sustainability Victoria

Victorian Environment Minister Lisa Neville has appointed Clean Energy Council chief Kane Thornton and Carbon Market Institute non-executive director Megan…[Read More]

Major review of EPA Victoria announced

The Victorian Government has announced a major public inquiry into the EPA Victoria that will commence on 1 June 2015.…[Read More]

Updated guidelines that relate to handling of waste in emergencies

EPA Victoria has released a new Section 30A approvals guideline (publication 1590) explaining the Section 30A process which relates to…[Read More]

Energy legislation Bill – Introduced to State (Vic) Parliament

Victorian Energy Minister Lily D’Ambrosio has introduced the Energy Legislation Amendment (Publication of Retail Offers) Bill 2015 into State Parliament.…[Read More]

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