Brajkovich Landfill & Recycling (Malaga) Pty Ltd applied to amend landfill licence L6764/1997/14 under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 to seek permission to accept and bury asbestos containing material at their existing site at 501 Alexander Drive Mirrabooka.
After careful consideration and a large number of stakeholder submissions, it was decided that the risk of asbestos exposure to nearby sensitive receptors, including residential housing, aged care, and multiple schools, was unacceptable in accordance with DWER’s Guideline for Risk Assessments. As such, the amendment application was refused on 2 October 2024.
Compliance and enforcement of regulated industrial premises with the potential to cause emissions and discharges are a focus under DWER’s Compliance and Enforcement Policy and targeted based on risk. Given the high level of community concern, proactive inspections of this facility will be undertaken to ensure compliance. Any non-compliances would be dealt with in accordance with DWER’s Compliance and Enforcement Policy, which could include prosecution and revocation of the existing licence.
