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Environmental sustainability remains key for dairy industry
The South Australian dairy industry has undergone significant change in the past two decades with deregulation and a transition from smaller pasture-based family businesses to larger, enclosed or partially enclosed, intensively operated business with increased herd sizes. Read more about Environmental sustainability remains key for dairy industry.
New EPA guideline on ‘establishing baseline groundwater quality’ released
To assist in understanding groundwater monitoring requirements for licensed activities, the EPA is developing a series of documents titled Guidelines for groundwater quality monitoring of regulated activities. Read more about New EPA guideline on ‘establishing baseline groundwater quality’ released.
Management of plastics a key issue on Earth Day
Earlier this month, the EPA celebrated Earth Day on 22 April. Earth Day is a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging people to come together and take action for a healthier planet and brighter future. Read more about Management of plastics a key issue on Earth Day.
Penalty for serious environmental harm in Murraylands
A man has been convicted and fined $60,000 for intentionally causing serious environmental harm in the Murraylands. Read more about Penalty for serious environmental harm in Murraylands.
Councils see the light as new regulations commence for nuisance light, noise pollution
Councils now have powers to deal with nuisances in their communities caused by light or nuisance noise from refrigerated vehicles under new regulations under the Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016 that commenced on 1 April. Read more about Councils see the light as new regulations commence for nuisance light, noise pollution.
Groundwater prohibition area proposed at Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is proposing to establish a groundwater prohibition area in parts of Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island. Read more about Groundwater prohibition area proposed at Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island.
State of Environment Report 2023 launched
To help safeguard South Australia’s environment, with a strong focus on climate change and biodiversity losses Read more about State of Environment Report 2023 launched.
Groundwater prohibition area established at Melrose Park
Groundwater prohibition area (GPA) established in parts of Melrose Park. Read more about Groundwater prohibition area established at Melrose Park.
Groundwater prohibition area established at West Lakes and Royal Park
Groundwater prohibition area (GPA) established in parts of West Lakes and Royal Park. Read more about Groundwater prohibition area established at West Lakes and Royal Park.
EPA consultation on PFAS guidelines
The EPA has released for consultation 2 new PFAS-related guidelines. Read more about EPA consultation on PFAS guidelines.
Groundwater prohibition area established at Woodville North
Groundwater prohibition area established in parts of Woodville North and surrounding suburbs. Read more about Groundwater prohibition area established at Woodville North.
Proposed groundwater prohibition area at Melrose Park
The EPA is proposing to establish a groundwater prohibition area in parts of Melrose Park. Read more about Proposed groundwater prohibition area at Melrose Park.
Proposed groundwater prohibition area at Woodville North
The EPA is proposing to establish a groundwater prohibition area (GPA) in parts of Woodville North and surrounding suburbs. Read more about Proposed groundwater prohibition area at Woodville North.
Groundwater assessment update at Ethelton
Monitoring in Ethelton has confirmed groundwater contamination has reduced significantly. Read more about Groundwater assessment update at Ethelton.
New policy focuses on commercial and industrial noise
A new South Australian noise policy is set to come into effect from 31 October. Read more about New policy focuses on commercial and industrial noise.