Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) is considering a Works Approval application from Midfield Meat Processing Pty Ltd for the construction of a new protein recovery plant at its existing abattoir at 24 Scott St, Warrnambool.
EPA has received 13 submissions from the public and has arranged for an independently chaired community conference to be held in Warrnambool on Wednesday, 7 November 2018.
The purpose of the conference is:
- for EPA to gain a better understanding of community concerns and issues that need to be considered; and
- to identify potential resolutions for the application
All views raised in the submissions will also be considered in EPA’s decision making on the Works Approval.
Attending the conference
You can register to attend by calling 1300 EPA VIC (1300 372 842) or emailing works.approvals@epa.vic.gov.au
Date: Wednesday, 7 November 2018
Venue: Warrnambool Golf Club, Younger Street, Warrnambool
Time: 6 pm to 8:30 pm
RSVP by: Wednesday, 31 October 2018
Additional information
Works Approvals are required under the Environment Protection Act 1970 for industrial and waste management activities that have the potential for significant environmental impact. The approval permits the construction of a plant, the installation of equipment or modification of processes.
A Works Approval may also be required when the occupier of scheduled premises seeks to increase or alter the emissions or type of wastes that their premises handle.
The Works Approval is not the only step in the process. The proposal will also require a Warrnambool City Council planning permit amendment to proceed.
There is more information, including a copy of the Works Approval application, at:
https://engage.vic.gov.au/epa-works-approvals/midfield-meat-wa
For further information on the Works Approval application process, call 1300 EPA VIC (372 842) or visit: http://www.epa.vic.gov.au/business-and-industry/guidelines/licensing-and-works-approvals/works-approvals-needed