by Zerianna Edwards - Environmental Specialist | Jul 22, 2026 | Environment
Western Australia (WA) is a significant mining province, accounting for over 50% of Australia’s mining activity (DEED, 2025a; DMPE, 2025a). In WA more than 50 minerals are extracted—such as lithium, iron, gold, nickel, and rare earths—many of which are vital for...
by Daniel Newman- Admin Support Officer and Vicki-lee Morrison- Senior Environmental Specialist | Jun 19, 2026 | Environment
In many organisations, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), selecting the lowest-cost option is often a practical necessity. Budget constraints, cash flow management, timelines, and operational demands all play significant roles in shaping...
by Daniel Newman- Admin Support Officer and Vicki-lee Morrison- Senior Environmental Specialist | Jun 12, 2026 | Safety
Well-intentioned actions are often encouraged in workplaces, particularly when supporting team members or maintaining productivity. Helping others is generally seen as a positive behaviour that contributes to teamwork and efficiency. However, helping becomes hazardous...
by Zerianna Edwards Environmental Specialist | Apr 23, 2026 | Environment
Western Australia’s Environmental Protection Act 1986 (EP Act) was introduced to prevent, control and abate pollution and environmental harm; as well as to conserve, preserve, protect, enhance and manage the environment (DWER, 2019a). The EP Act establishes the...
by Daniel Newman Admin Support Officer - Vicki-lee Morrison Senior Environmental Specialist | Apr 14, 2026 | Environment, Safety
The first two Insights in this series explored the origins of ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) and how it operates within Western Australia’s workplace health and safety (WHS) framework. These Insights outlined how risks must be reduced by balancing the...
