Hon Steve Martin asks about potential breaches by the Mid-West Ports Authority regarding dust emissions from the Geraldton port under the Environmental Protection Act for the financial years 2023-2026. The question seeks confirmation of breaches and a list if any occurred.

⏳ Awaiting AnswerQoN 1643Legislative Council
Asked
7 May 2026
Portfolio: Ports

Question

I refer to long standing concerns raised by the Geraldton Community regarding dust emissions from the port of Geraldton:(a) has there been any breaches by the Mid-West Ports Authority of its licences or works approvals issued under theEnvironmental Protection Actfor the financial years 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 to date; and(b) if yes to (a), please table a list of the breaches? I refer to long standing concerns raised by the Geraldton Community regarding dust emissions from the port of Geraldton: (a) has there been any breaches by the Mid-West Ports Authority of its licences or works approvals issued under theEnvironmental Protection Actfor the financial years 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 to date; and (b) if yes to (a), please table a list of the breaches?

Answer

This question is awaiting a response from the Minister.

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