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Regulatory assessments

The department oversees and monitors performance of regional local water utilities (as of May 2016). The Minister for Regional Water provides approval under Section 60 of the Local Government Act 1993. This includes approvals for water supply dams, water and sewage treatment works and effluent (including recycled water) and biosolids management.

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Section 60 approval for water recycling schemes

Information on how to obtain approval for water recycling schemes including how to complete a risk assessment.
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Section 60 approval for water or sewage treatment works

Obtain approval for the construction or modification of water or sewage treatment works.
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Section 60 approval status

Check the status of your recent section 60 approvals for your local water utility using our register.

Liquid trade waste

Find our liquid trade waste regulation guidelines and gain concurrence for liquid trade waste activities.
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