Burning in the Open

Smoke is an issue of concern to the community and its impacts on air quality, human health and amenity are well recognised.

Air quality management is underpinned by a range of legislation and policy tools administered by various Government Departments in the Regulatory and Planning arenas. State Government bodies work together with local government authorities to achieve positve outcomes for our communities.

For more information regarding Acts, Policies and publications around air quality, refer to the EPA website.