recycling
IndustryReferenced in 2 bills
Waste Reduction and Recycling and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2023
This bill updates Queensland's waste laws with several environmental protection measures. It bans the outdoor release of helium balloons and sky lanterns, removes the levy exemption for clean earth sent to landfill, introduces circular economy principles, and phases out exemptions for banned plastics attached to products like juice boxes.
22/2/2023· PASSED with amendment· Hon M Scanlon MP
EnvironmentGovernment & ElectionsBusiness & Economy
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Environmental Protection and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2022
This bill modernises Queensland's environmental protection laws by streamlining approval processes, strengthening compliance powers, and better protecting the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. It introduces temporary environmental authorities for emergency situations and bans mining in the Wet Tropics.
12/10/2022· PASSED with amendment· Hon M Scanlon MP
EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyJustice & Rights