Built on Family, Drive by Quality In the heart of North-East Victoria, Lawrence Brothers Quarries (LBQ) has steadily built a reputation as a reliable, high-quality supplier of quarry products to civil, agricultural and construction sectors. A Strong Local Foundation Based in Tungamah, the business reflects a classic Australian story of a family-run operation grounded in…
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GAVIN MOREIRA, Member Services Manager of CMPA reports on the value of being a CMPA Member. The CMPA is recognised as the principal advocate for the Construction Materials Processors Industry in Victoria. The mission of the CMPA is to provide…
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 that there was…
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,…
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 protect…
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 tax write off…
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 and manage risks…
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 end-of-day. Examples of…
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…
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 of June 2026.…
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 to expand.…
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 – something that arrives,…