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New South Wales regulation
What is this? This is a NSW government regulation (a detailed set of rules made under a broader law) that controls how waste is managed across New South Wales. It sits under the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 and sets out the practical rules for things like waste transport, tracking, licensing, levies, and what counts as regulated waste.
Who does it affect?
Why does it matter? Breaching this regulation can lead to significant fines and legal liability. It determines:
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Direct links to the current provisions in Protection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulation 2014.
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View on official registerSourced from legislation.nsw.gov.au, CC BY 4.0.
Important note: This regulation has been heavily amended — it has gone through over 25 different versions since 2014. Some provisions are already set to automatically expire (self-repeal) in 2026 and 2027. The entire regulation itself is scheduled for automatic repeal on 1 September 2026, meaning it will need to be replaced or renewed by then.
Bottom line: If your business touches waste in NSW — whether you produce it, move it, or process it — this regulation almost certainly applies to you and you need to know which version is current.