Pollution

Air quality

Air quality monitoring is a key government role. We provide information on air pollution, programs, investigations, reports and plans.

Water quality

Find out how we monitor the quality of Queensland's groundwater and waterways. Information is also available on drinking water regulations.

Environmental nuisance

Information about noise exemptions and how to report an environmental nuisance.

Contaminated land

We ensure known contamination sites and potentially contaminating activities are managed appropriately to help prevent environmental and health risks in Queensland.

Waste, recycling and litter

‘Waste’ is made up of general waste, such as household waste, and regulated waste which requires a higher level of management to prevent harm to the environment or human health.

Reporting pollution

How to report environmental nuisance and other local issues, through to significant pollution incidents.

Pollution notices

Pollution notices describes the nature of a pollution event, the area affected by the pollution event, and the actions members of the public should take to protect their health.