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02/04/2026

Second Prevention Notice served on Cockburn Cement Limited (CCL).

As part of our response to addressing odours in the Cockburn area, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (the Department) has issued CCL with a new Prevention Notice under section 73A of the Environmental Protection Act 1986. The new notice requires CCL to completely cease using odour-causing shell sand during specific times between 3 April and 30 April 2026. This is the latest step in the Department’s ongoing efforts to ensure CCL takes appropriate measures to mitigate the impacts of odour emissions on the community.

Further information on the Department's ongoing regulatory response is available on our website: https://ow.ly/8pKH50YC916

13/03/2026

The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation continues to engage with operators in the Nambeelup area to reduce the impacts of odours on the community. C-Wise has commenced desludging and relining of one of the ponds at its premises, which may result in a temporary increase in odour emissions.

This work is an important component to effectively reduce odour in the long-term.

Further information is available at the Environment WAtch website: https://ow.ly/6jbN50Ytfxf

23/12/2025

Prevention Notice served on Cockburn Cement Limited (CCL).

As part of our response to addressing odours in the Cockburn area, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) has today issued CCL with a Prevention Notice. The notice requires CCL to reduce the throughput rate of shell sand down to a maximum of 160 dry tonnes per hour (t/h). This reduction in feed rate seeks to reduce odour concentrations and emission rates over the summer period.

Further information is available on our website: https://environmentwatch.wa.gov.au/cockburn-cement-limited-ccl/

18/12/2025

As part of our response to addressing odours in the greater Mandurah area, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has amended the operating licences for both C-Wise and CM Farms to impose additional conditions to address odour emissions from the sites.
Further information on the licence amendments and additional actions being taken by the Department is available on our website: https://ow.ly/FH7k50XLiFR

08/12/2025

🎅 Santa’s getting hands-on this Christmas.
This year he’s swapped the sleigh for our Pollution Hazmat Response vehicle, lending a hand to keep WA’s environment safe over the holidays.

“Keep it clean, keep it green and have a safe and happy festive season.”

From our team to yours, take care, travel safely and enjoy the break. 🌏✨

15/10/2025

Last night, our Environmental Response Team worked alongside the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) to manage a fire on a ship at the Kwinana bulk jetty.

The vessel was carrying sulphur, which posed potential risks to the local community and the environment. Our team conducted air sampling and provided expert guidance, while management oversaw measures to ensure there was no risk to community health and safety and that sulphur did not enter the environment.

A big thank you to DFES and everyone involved for their swift and effective response. This collaboration highlights the importance of working together to protect people and the planet. 🌏🔥

03/09/2025

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Overnight, our Environmental Response Team worked alongside the Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA to conduct air monitoring following a fire at Morley Markets.

This specialised team plays a critical role in:
✅ Managing environmental hazards
✅ Protecting ecosystems
✅ Minimising harm to human health and property during accidents, disasters, or environmental crises

A big thank you to everyone involved for helping keep our community and environment safe. 💚

20/06/2025

Busy Week for Our Environmental Response Team on Cocos (Keeling) Islands! 🌴

This week, our Environmental Response Team has been hard at work at the remote Cocos (Keeling) Islands (CKI), supporting local emergency preparedness and response efforts. The department is responsible for providing a 24/7 pollution response capability for CKI under a service delivery agreement with the Commonwealth Government.

As part of Exercise Azure Atoll, the team facilitated an Emergency Management Exercise and provided hands-on training for local first responders. The exercise simulated a marine oil spill impacting CKI’s shoreline and community, focusing on:

✅ Coordinated response across key agencies
✅ Identifying critical response needs
✅ Strengthening recovery processes
✅ Providing hands-on training

It was a valuable opportunity to collaborate with experts from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, Department of Fire and Emergency Services, and Department of Transport, sharing technical knowledge and skills while helping the CKI Emergency Management Committee refine and strengthen their on-ground capabilities and emergency plans.

👏 A huge thank you to our partners:

• Indian Ocean Territories Administration
• Australian Maritime Safety Authority
• Australian Federal Police
• Department of Fire and Emergency Services
• Department of Transport
• CKI Volunteer Fire and Emergency Service
• CKI Emergency Management Committee

Together, we’re building resilience and readiness for the future. 💪🌏

13/06/2025

This week, our Environmental Response Team has been actively supporting the Water Corporation and local government agencies in their response to a significant sewerage spill affecting Perth’s southern suburbs and Swan River.

Environmental Response Team officers continue to collaborate with all involved agencies, providing crucial scientific environmental advice to aid in the recovery efforts.

For more information on the response please refer to the Water Corporation’s incident update page: https://www.watercorporation.com.au/About-us/Media-releases/2025/June/Spearwood-sewer-main-burst

16/04/2025

The Department has been investigating reports of a ‘vivid pink discolouration’ of a section of the Denmark River, close to the Riverbend Caravan Park. After receiving a live sample, the Department's Phytoplankton Ecology Unit determined that the pink coloration is most likely caused by the algae Porphyridium sp. This genus is found in a variety of habitats, including marine, brackish, freshwater, and terrestrial environments. It is not known to be harmful. The Department worked with the Shire of Denmark to ensure that the community was kept informed on this issue.

11/04/2025

Yesterday, 10 April 2025, the Department responded to a request for assistance from DFES due to a burning electric-powered ‘Haul Pak’ in Hazelmere. The battery was burning which can result in the release of hazardous gases. Members of the Department's Environmental Response and Air Quality teams undertook environmental monitoring for these gasses and runoff from the fire, to ensure public safety. The Department is working with the site owner to remediate the contamination from the incident.

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