Build for Living. Report.
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environmental management and controls in each state
Controlling legislation
Brickworks Building Products™ is subject to significant environmental regulation, particularly in respect of its clay building products manufacturing (clay bricks, pavers and roof tiles) and associated activities. Manufacturing facilities are located in all Australian states and each site holds a current licence and/or consent in consultation with the local environment protection authority.
Queensland
Production facilities and mining leases operate and are licensed under the Environmental Protection Act 1994 and Regulations. Each site is regulated by Environmental Management Overview Strategy documentation or plans of operations. Various approvals relating to the operation of the Wacol concrete roof tile facility have also been obtained from Brisbane City Council.
New South Wales
Production facilities and mines are administered under the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997, which licences organisations and regulates the level of discharges into the environment. Load-based licensing fees are determined by the EPA based on the discharge levels. The Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 applies to the approval conditions of the group’s activities. Some sites also operate within additional requirements imposed by local government and the state Department of Primary Industries.
Victoria
Production sites are licensed under the Environment Protection Act 1970, including various state environmental protection policies and regulations. Mining leases operate under the Extractive Industries Development Act 1995.
South Australia
Production facilities are licensed under the Environment Protection Act 1993, while mining and rehabilitation plans are approved in accordance with Regulations under the Mines and Works Inspection Act 1920.
Western Australia
Operations operate under the Environmental Protection Act 1986. Licences are issued by a number of government agencies, including the Department of Environment and the Department of Mines and Petroleum. A number of sites also operate under additional requirements issued by local government.