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Legislative Assembly for the ACT: 2000 Week 10 Hansard (18 October) . . Page.. 3228 ..
Mr Corbell asked the Minister for Urban Services, upon notice:
In relation to the noise generated by aircraft on the ground at the Canberra International Airport, including aircraft involved in engine testing and maintenance:
1. Does the Environment Protection Act 1997, apply to this noise.
2. If not, what legislative protections exist in relation to the noise from aircraft on the adjacent residential areas, such as Pialligo.
Mr Smyth: The answer to Mr Corbell's question is as follows:
1. No.
2. The Commonwealth provides legislative protection from noise generated by aircraft on the ground, including engine testing and maintenance. The Federal Department of Transport and Regional Services regulates airport activities through various mechanisms including the Airports Act 1996, the Air Navigation Act 1920 and airport environmental management strategies. In the first instance residents affected by on-ground aircraft noise should contact the Airport Environment Officer, a statutory officer of the Commonwealth on 62474600.
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