A petition opposing Hi-Quality’s proposed expansion of its Bulla operations has been launched, with organisers planning to deliver it to Hume City Council.
The petition relates to the waste management company’s expansion plans for its Eco-Hub site on Sunbury Road, Bulla, which include proposals for a waste-to-energy facility, increased recycling capacity, quarry expansion, and additional waste processing operations.
Hi-Quality currently operates a landfill and resource recovery facility at the 256-hectare site. Its broader proposal includes a range of new and expanded uses across the site over the coming years.
According to organisers, printed copies of the petition have been placed at local businesses, including cafes and shops, following an anonymous social media post encouraging community participation.
The petition calls for council and state government decision-makers to consider community concerns about the scale and nature of the proposed development.
Hi-Quality has previously outlined its expansion plans through a series of community consultation sessions and online forums. The company has described the project as part of a long-term transition toward increased resource recovery and energy generation from waste.
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