Current Stage
Assessment Withdrawn
Proposal Details
Client: Pioneer Quarries Tas 4 Pty Ltd
Premises: Saltwood Road Sand Recovery Project
Activity: a quarry and materials handling
Class of Assessment: 2B
Important Dates
Assessment Commenced: 9/3/2023
Assessment Withdrawn: 15/2/2024
Status: The proponent withdrew the proposal on 15/02/2024.
The Proposal
Pioneer Quarries Tas 4 Pty Ltd are proposing to recommence operations at
the existing Saltwood Road Sand Recovery Project in Bridport. They are
proposing to increase permitted sand extraction from 57,000 cubic metres to a
maximum of 350,000 cubic metres per year. The project is located approximately
six kilometres east of Bellingham and 12km west of Bridport. Sand extracted
from the site will be used for production of local asphalt and concrete.
Notice of Intent
Pioneer Quarries Tas 4 Pty Ltd, Saltwood Road Sand Recovery Project, Bridport - NOI (PDF 3Mb)
Environmental Impact Statement Guidelines
EIS Guidelines have been prepared by the Board to assist the proponent to prepare a case for assessment. Based on the information contained in the Notice of Intent, the guidelines identify the key issues which are expected to be relevant to the assessment of the proposal.
Pioneer Quarries Tas 4 Pty Ltd, Saltwood Road Sand Recovery Project, Bridport - EIS Guidelines (PDF 2Mb)