Mount Cotton Quarry Community Information Day Update

Thank you to all who attended on Saturday 3 September, and came to ask questions and learn more about the Mount Cotton Quarry Extension Project.
We had set up a variety of information stations, staffed by independent consultants from Ground Work Plus and Biodiversity Assessment and Management (BAAM), as well as representatives from Barro Group.
Every member of the community who attended had genuine questions on topics ranging from the how the quarry will contribute to the local economy, the development application process and environmental management measures included in the development application.
There will be ongoing communication with stakeholders and community members to follow up questions expressed on the day.

If there are any questions in the meantime, please rcontact the free call information line on 1800 798 897 or click on the Contact Us tab on the left of the page for email.


The Project

The Mount Cotton Quarry Extension Project is a quarrying extension and environmental rehabilitation plan for the existing quarry located at Mount Cotton in the Redlands.  The purpose of the project is to provide much needed quarry material to support communities in the area for another 40 - 50 years, while also protecting and regenerating land for native fauna and flora.

A development application for the project was received by Redland City Council on Wednesday 2 February 2011, after being enhanced by community input over the past 4 years. 

The plan encompasses the following:

    • The development of 4 additional stages of Mount Cotton Quarry, which will be rolled out consecutively over the life of the project.
    • More than 170 hectares (approximately 72%) of freehold land will be retained for conservation purposes for the life of the project, which includes extensive habitat restoration and maintenance.
    • Only 28% of the 241 hectare site will be used for quarrying activities under this proposal.
    • A number of environmental offset strategies have been incorporated into the plan including the restoration of wildlife corridors and enhancement of vegetation on 72% or more than 170 hectares of the 241 hectare site. 
    • The extension of quarry operations at Mount Cotton Quarry will be within the owner’s (Barro Group) existing land holdings and adjacent to current operations, while using existing ancillary facilities at the current quarry site.
    • Through planned rehabilitation and conservation strategies, the project has also been aligned with the Redlands 2030 Community Plan in providing a diverse and healthy natural environment, with an abundance of native flora and fauna and rich ecosystems.