All posts by Emma Morrison

  • Mineral Resources Sustainable Development (MRSD) Reform

    Resources Victoria recently asked licence and work authority holders about the MRSDA reform and how they engage with industry: 55% participants stated that the survey was the first time they’d heard about the reform. 67% participants stated...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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  • Geological Survey of Victoria highlights importance of quarries

    Recent work by the Geological Survey of Victoria (GSV) highlighted the important role Victorian quarries play in advancing peoples understanding of Victoria’s geology, including critical minerals.   As part of a major study published late last year, the GSV evaluated zirconium, niobium and rare earth elements...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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  • Resources Victoria – Government approves three new areas

    Victoria’s population is projected to reach 10 million by 2051, driving increased demand for new homes, schools, hospitals, roads and renewable energy infrastructure. Meeting this growth will depend on a secure, long-term supply of hard rock and sand.​ To...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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  • Mead Partners talks to CMPA about the Federal Budget

    With rumours circulating even before it was delivered, the 2026 Federal Budget delivered some of the biggest tax changes and measures for more than 25 years. From reforming negative gearing to changes to Trust taxation and instant...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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  • WorkSafe – Psychological Health Regulations

    On 1 December 2025 the Occupational Health and Safety (Psychological Health) Regulations 2025 came into effect. These regulations were created to protect employees from psychological injury and give Victorian employers clear advice on how to identify hazards...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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  • CMPA Checklists help quarry managers and operators

    We have a vast range of checklists inlcuding Haul Truck, Dozer, Excavator and Front End Loader, and many more, available from the CMPA website for $50.00. The Watercart Checklist is a useful resource for operator’s pre-start and...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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  • Quarry Rehabilitation Bonds

    Dr Elizabeth Gibson received a briefing from Resources Victoria on the implementation of the Quarry Rehabilitation Bonds Review Panel Final Report and Recommendations on19 May 2026.   Panel Report Recommendations  Recommendation 1Replace the existing rehabilitation bond system with a risk-based pooled funding...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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  • Updated Slimes Management Guideline soon to be released

    The Slimes Management Guideline has undergone an extensive review with comments and feedback from Resources Victoria and WorkSafe Victoria incorporated. The guideline is currently being amended for comment and is expected to be released toward the end...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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  • Smarter Conveying: Advancing Performance with Intelligent Monitoring

    In today’s bulk material handling environments, conveyor systems are no longer just mechanical assets, they are critical data sources.   As operations push for improved uptime, reduced maintenance costs, and safer working conditions, the role of intelligent monitoring continues...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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  • Is your energy bill working against you?

    For construction material processing businesses, energy is a major cost. Most are unknowingly overpaying. Energy is rarely the first thing on a processing business owner’s mind. It’s easy to treat the bill as a fixed cost –...

    • Posted July 2, 2026
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