The question raises concerns about dust emissions from the Port of Geraldton and seeks information on the Minister's awareness, mitigation efforts, compliance with environmental regulations, and compensation payouts to boat owners. It highlights community concerns and potential environmental and financial impacts.

⏳ Awaiting AnswerQoN 1644Legislative 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 and I ask:(a) has the Minister been made aware by the Mid-West Ports Authority of community concerns regarding dust emissions at the port of Geraldton;(b) has the Minister received an update from the Mid Wests Ports Authority of any recent changes to dust mitigation at the port of Geraldton;(c) is the Minister satisfied that the level of dust emissions at the port of Geraldton meets the environmental licence conditions as issued by the Department of Water andEnvironmental Regulation; and(d) has the Mid-West Ports Authority made any insurance pay outs or damage settlements to boat owners using the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour claiming damages from dust emissions since 2023? I refer to long standing concerns raised by the Geraldton community regarding dust emissions from the port of Geraldton and I ask: (a) has the Minister been made aware by the Mid-West Ports Authority of community concerns regarding dust emissions at the port of Geraldton; (b) has the Minister received an update from the Mid Wests Ports Authority of any recent changes to dust mitigation at the port of Geraldton; (c) is the Minister satisfied that the level of dust emissions at the port of Geraldton meets the environmental licence conditions as issued by the Department of Water andEnvironmental Regulation; and (d) has the Mid-West Ports Authority made any insurance pay outs or damage settlements to boat owners using the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour claiming damages from dust emissions since 2023?

Answer

This question is awaiting a response from the Minister.

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