❓ The question seeks clarification on the decision-making process regarding Aboriginal cultural heritage and environmental impact assessments, specifically concerning the Minister's authority and the EPA's role in relation to s18 decisions and ACMC advice.
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(1) Is it correct as stated by the Minister that as the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) had not completed an environmental impact assessment under the provisions of the
Environmental Protection Act 1986
the Minister was not authorised by law to make such a s18 decision, after the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (ACMC) had met and made a recommendation to the Minister?
(2) Is it correct in part (9), (10) and (11) of question on notice No. 5913, asked of the Minister for Environment, that the EPA cannot make a decision in respect of projects until advice has been received whether a proposal can be assessed?
(3) If yes to (2), at what level, once the (ACMC) has provided advice on the application?
(4) Will the Minister outline the correct chronology of decision making in respect of her department on these issues?
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Environmental Protection Act 1986
the Minister was not authorised by law to make such a s18 decision, after the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (ACMC) had met and made a recommendation to the Minister?
(2) Is it correct in part (9), (10) and (11) of question on notice No. 5913, asked of the Minister for Environment, that the EPA cannot make a decision in respect of projects until advice has been received whether a proposal can be assessed?
(3) If yes to (2), at what level, once the (ACMC) has provided advice on the application?
(4) Will the Minister outline the correct chronology of decision making in respect of her department on these issues?
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