Last night the Office of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) presented their new guidance material related to the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process to the Environmental Consultant's Association. The new or revised Environmental Assessment Guidelines (EAGs) include: New referral form and guidance (EAG 16) for referring a proposal. New guidance for proponents on preparing an environmental review for an API level of assessment (EAG 14). Revised EAG 8 Factors and Objectives. Revised EAG 9 Significance framework in EIA. Proposed new guidance on environmental management plans (EMPs). The new guidelines were published in January this year to coincide with the new Assessment Bil
Rachael attended the launch of the United Nations Association of Australia, WA Division's Women's Committee this week. The committee will focus around UN campaigns, issues and programs on women’s rights, gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls, aiming to create a platform for discussion, organise events and expand the understanding of gender equality throughout Western Australia.
This week's clash between the Fremantle Dockers and Port Adelaide was also the annual Starlight Foundation "Purple Haze" game. Jami and other volunteers were present at the match, raising money before the game through coin donations and flashing star wand sales. The total amount raised from donations and wand sales alone came to $15,500.
