AndreaBozzo/ceres-open-data-index huggingface dataset:
Heron's Creek to Stills Road : upgrading the Pacific Highway : addendum review of environmental factors

The Heron's Creek to Stills Roads project forms part of the Pacific Highway upgrading project. The project will upgrade the northbound carriageway of the Pacific Highway between Herons Creek and Stills Road, located between 53.5 kilometres and 57.0 kilometres north of the Taree interchange. The project involves the realignment of the north bound carriageway alongside the existing southbound carriageway and the associated construction of a new crossing over Cutty Creek and a new grade separated interchange at Bago Road (the Bago Road interchange). The majority of the existing northbound carriageway will become a two way local service road, linking Bago Road, Burrawan Forest Drive, Herons Creek and local properties to the Bago Road interchange. This addendum describes and assesses only those aspects of the project amended since approval of the original REF (RTA 2007a). The proposed design changes and proposed inclusion of construction elements for the proposal. This addendum should be read in conjunction with the original REF (RTA 2007a). The proposed design changes comprise: modification to the design of the Cutty Creek crossing; clarification and refinement of the design of the road connection between Herons Creek Road and the two way service road to the north of Herons Creek. Installation of a 1.5 kilometre high voltage reticulation cable; installation of a combined utility services route underneath Herons Creek and inclusion of construction elements required for the project.

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
Little Billabong : Hume Highway duplication : draft environmental assessment

The proposal is to upgrade five sections of existing single carriageway on the Hume Highway to four lane dual carriageways in the area south of the Sturt Highway junction to Albury. This document comprises the Environmental Assessment for the Little Billabong section of the works, from approximately 85km south of Gundagai to approximately 93km south of Gundagai, approximately 8km in length.

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
Karuah to Bulahdelah : Pacific Highway upgrading : environmental impact statement : working papers : volume 3

The proposed upgrade of the pacific highway between Karuah and Buladelah involves the construction of two carriageways and removal of part of the existing carriageway along the pacific highway between a point about four kilometres north of the Karuah bridge and a point about 1.5 kilometres south of the Myall River bridge at Buladelah. The upgrade would be 36.75 km long and its estimated cost is $200 million. Working papers: 7. Aquatic. fauna and habitat assessment -- 8. Soils and geology assessment -- 9. Visual and landscape assessment -- 10. Consultation

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
2020 hindsight: the first 12 months of the COVID-19 pandemic. A special report under s31 of the Ombudsman Act.

In this report, we look back on the first 12 months of the pandemic and report on what we have seen, primarily through the lens of complaints we received from individuals about the actions taken by NSW Government agencies.

Tags: Community Services Division NSW Ombudsman Office, New South Wales Ombudsman, complaints, covid-19
Organization: NSW Government
Proposed upgrade of the Pacific Highway at Tyndale Village : review of environmental factors

The Pacific Highway is the principal road transport corridor between Sydney and Brisbane, the alternative inland route being the New England Highway. The Roads and Traffic Authority of NSW (RTA) has identified that the existing section of the Pacific Highway through Tyndale Village is of a lower standard than the highway to the north and south. The RTA is consequently proposing realignment of the 0.92 km length of the section of highway through Tyndale Village. The upgrade will provide a two lane carriageway with 3.5 m lanes, 2.0-3.0 m sealed shoulders, and 0.5-1.0 m sealed verges, and a 100 km/h standard alignment.

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
HISTORIC ENVIRONMENTAL FLOW MONITORING

There exists across the State of NSW, a range of ecological data collected under various environmental flows projects since 1995. Most of this data is not stored in secure and available locations that may be used for long term data sets. This site is designed as an umbrella for this historic data to be stored and available into the future. One of the major projects that collected relevant data since that time is the Integrated Monitoring of Environmental Flows (IMEF) program consists of ecological monitoring projects across the regulated rivers of NSW. The rivers that were monitored included the Gwydir, Namoi, Hunter, Macquarie, Lachlan, Murrumbidgee and Barwon Darling (Barka) Rivers.

NB: This is a landing page. To access the datasets, expand the RELATED DATASETS tab.



Note: If you would like to ask a question, make any suggestions, or tell us how you are using this dataset, please visit the <a href="https://water-hub.seed.nsw.gov.au/thread/search">NSW Water Hub which has an online forum</a> you can join.

Tags: BIODIVERSITY, DCCEEW - Water, DCCEEW - Water Science, Ecosystem processes, FAUNA, SURFACE WATER, VEGETATION, Water quality
Organization: NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Crash performance of emergency locking retractor seat belts : TARU 5/76

The crash performance of emergency locking retractor (inertia reel) seat belts is examined by in-depth field investigations and by laboratory simulations. It is found that the inclusion of the retractor increases body excursions for the wearer of a lap/sash seat belt. The increase is not excessive and in general, crash performance is found to be satisfactory. The Australian Design Rule requirements for emergency locking retractor seat belts are examined and a number of efficiencies are discussed. It is concluded that a revised dynamic test is required, based on the limitation of excursions of a specific validated anthropomorphic dummy.

Tags: Department of Motor Transport, Traffic Accident Research Unit TARU
Organization: NSW Government
IMEF Reports-NSW Statewide

The IMEF program generated multiple reports on program design, methodologies, and outcomes for environmental flow monitoring across NSW. Data was collected until 2012 in a range of aquatic systems affected by flow from regulated rivers. 



Note: If you would like to ask a question, make any suggestions, or tell us how you are using this dataset, please visit the <a href="https://water-hub.seed.nsw.gov.au/thread/search">NSW Water Hub which has an online forum</a> you can join.

Tags: BIODIVERSITY, DCCEEW - Water, DCCEEW - Water Science, Ecosystem processes, FAUNA, SURFACE WATER, VEGETATION, Water quality
Organization: NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Millfield Bridge replacement : review of environmental factors

This Review of Environmental Factors (REF) assesses the potential environmental impacts from the proposed Millfield Bridge Replacement over Wollombi Brook, near Cessnock. The purpose of this REF is to identify whether there would be a significant environmental impact as a result of the proposal. If the proposal is found to cause a significant environmental impact, an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) under Part 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979 (EP&amp;A Act) would be required. To help make this decision, the requirements of Clause 228 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulations, 2000 have been addressed.

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
Iluka Road to Woodburn : upgrading the Pacific Highway : ecological assessment : working paper

This report provides an overview of the impacts of the proposed upgrade of the Pacific Highway. The study area consists of a linear corridor extending for 33 km between Iluka Road and Woodburn on the far north coast of New South Wales.  The study area is characterised by extensive tracts of native vegetation exhibiting high biodiversity including a range a threatened flora and fauna species and endangered ecological communities (EECs).

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
New crossing of the Murray River between Cobram and Barooga : environmental impact statement : appendices

It is proposed to build a new bridge and approaches over the Murray River between Cobram and Barooga to replace the existing bridge, and demolition of the existing bridge. The bridge is currently confined to a single lane operation under traffic signal control and has a restriction preventing use by vehicles exceeding semi-trailer loading.

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
Heathcote Road bridge widening : review of environmental factors

Transport for NSW proposes to widen Bridge 152 over the Woronora River (referred to as the Heathcote Road bridge) and its approaches (the proposal). The proposal is located about halfway along Heathcote Road between New Illawarra Road in Lucas Heights and Princes Highway in Heathcote, New South Wales (NSW) within the Sutherland Shire local government area (LGA).  Key features of the proposal include:
• widening of the bridge by about 1.4 metres on each side to provide one wide 3.5 metre lane in each direction with 1.2 metre shoulders
• widening and adjustments to the northern and southern bridge approaches about 250 metres either side of the bridge to improve the road alignment, increase lane and shoulder widths and reinstate the existing breakdown bays either side of the bridge 
• new bored-pile retaining walls to support the slope along both bridge approaches, which would be up to two metres high and range in length up to 100 metres 
• slope stabilisation measures including rock scaling, shotcreting, rock bolting, rock netting, and vegetation removal 
• new and modified drainage infrastructure including replacement and extension of existing cross culvert pipes on the approaches for the widened road pavement, improved drainage gutter along the base of the rock cuttings, new longitudinal drainage outlet at each abutment and scour protection at all discharge points 
• adjustments to optical fibre conduits for the length of the proposal area 
• repair and maintenance work to the existing bridge structure including: o repairs to cracks o replacement of all bearings  o joint replacement o application of an anti-carbonation coating on the bridge structure including piers o installation of new steel maintenance staircase for side access to the bridge for bridge inspections 
• other ancillary work required to support construction of the proposal including two off site construction compounds and establishment of a temporary access track, waterway crossing and crane pads 
The proposal would require the full closure of Heathcote Road between New Illawarra Road and the Princes Highway for up to six months during construction due to the constraints of the location including the steep terrain of the surrounding area and narrow width of existing roadway. Construction is proposed to be carried out 24 hours per day, seven days per week to minimise the duration of full road closures required. 
It is anticipated that construction would start in late 2021 and take up to two years to complete, subject to weather.  

Tags: Transport for NSW
Organization: NSW Government
A study of helmet damage and rider head-neck injuries for crash involved motorcyclists : Road Safety Bureau CrashLab Research Note 5/88

Helmets are currently the most effective countermeasures to serious injury available to motorcyclists. In New South Wales observational surveys of riders in city and rural towns have indicated that more than 97% of motorcyclists wear helmets. If the performance of motorcycle helmets can be improved than that can be fairly easily translated into reduced injuries to motorcyclists in road crashes. When the Australian Standard for motorcycle helmets was first implemented, it appeared to incorporate the best of all known Standards and as such, was probably the best in the world. Over the last ten years it has undergone little change. One of the main reasons given for this has been the lack of Australian research data into the performance of currently available helmets and the potential performance of helmets with improved protection. This study set out to resolve these criticisms by evaluating the in-crash performance of motorcycle helmets, with particular aim of finding areas where there was potential for further protection from injury.

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
Pedestrian safety action plan 2014-2016

This action plan has been developed collaboratively with road safety stakeholders. Using evidence such as national and international research, evaluation and road safety data, the actions contained in this document will help to improve pedestrian safety. With the increased in walking rates, growing population and aging population these changes represent challenges that must be considered throughout the implementation of the action plan., the action plan recommends a range of actions under the safe systems approach to be addressed over the next three years. The implementation and progress of these actions will be coordinated by transport for NSW Centre for Road Safety. In addition to this document it will be supported by other road safety actions including continued enforcement of road rules by NSW Police Force and ongoing high visible police enforcement activities.

Tags: Transport for NSW
Organization: NSW Government
Forestry Corporation of NSW Annual Report 2019-20

Annual Report and audited financial statements of the Forestry Corporation of New South Wales for the financial year ended 30 June 2020.

Tags: Forestry Corporation of NSW, annual reports, financial statements, forest management, forestry, forestry corporation, forestry corporation of new south wales, forestry corporation of nsw, hardwood, native forest, plantation, softwood, timber
Organization: NSW Government
Destructive Analysis - X-ray diffraction results on Kinmore 1, Petrel Sub-basin

Underground hydrogen storage (UHS) is anticipated to play a crucial role in balancing fluctuations in renewable energy supply and demand, while also providing necessary seasonal storage capability to support Australia’s electricity network. Among the various options for hydrogen storage, salt (halite) caverns are preferred given their large scale, stability, comparatively low cost, and high rates of injection and withdrawal.&nbsp;



Through Resourcing Australia's Prosperity initiative, Geoscience Australia is conducting a study on thick salt distribution in the offshore Petrel Sub-basin as a prospective area for UHS. This study aims to provide pre-competitive geoscience information on new prospective UHS locations, helping to lower investment risk and support Australia’s transition to net zero emissions. The prospective UHS site is located at Kinmore structure, approximately 26 km offshore Northern Territory, at a water depth of around 29 m. The Kinmore area contains extensive halite deposits distributed over approximately 45 km2 (around 6.7 km N-S and 8.5 km E-W) in an anticlinal structure near the Kinmore 1 well.&nbsp;&nbsp;



As part of this study, Sietronics Pty Ltd, under contract to Geoscience Australia, conducted X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis on fourteen cuttings samples from Kinmore 1 well in the Kinmore structure of the Petrel Sub-basin. The analysis was performed to determine the mineral composition of Silurian-Devonian massive salt diapir, which is essential for assessing the suitability of each salt formation for UHS. The results of the XRD analysis are presented in this report.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tags: Mineralogy and Crystallography, Petrel Sub-basin, Published_External, Resourcing Australia's Prosperity, Salt, Underground hydrogen storage
Organization: Geoscience Australia Data
NSW Rural Assistance Authority Annual Report 2017-2018

This is the Annual Report of the NSW Rural Assistance Authority for the financial year 2017-18 that has been prepared in accordance with the Annual Reports (Statutory Bodies) Act 1984 (NSW) and section 10 of the Rural Assistance Act 1989 (NSW).

Tags: New South Wales Rural Assistance Authority, annual report 2017-18, farm debt mediation, new south wales rural assistance authority, operational framework, regional and rural nsw, service delivery achievements
Organization: NSW Government
Crash protection for babies : TARU 2/74

The dynamic performance of devices that are intended to protect baby occupants of crashing automobiles is examined from an engineering point of view. Dynamic collision simulations were carried out with "baby" dummies restrained by each of three "baby" restraints that were readily available in Sydney. Further simulations were carried out on some experimental restraints. Strengths and weaknesses of the various restraints are explored and conclusions reached About the crash protection available to babies in New South Wales.

Tags: Department of Motor Transport, Traffic Accident Research Unit TARU
Organization: NSW Government
WestConnex M4-M5 link : Rozelle Interchange - modification no. 4 : the Glebe Island construction ancillary facility : modification report

The M4-M5 Link project (the approved project) is part of the WestConnex program of works that, together with the proposed Sydney Gateway, will facilitate improved connections between western Sydney, Sydney Airport and Port Botany, and south and south-west Sydney, as well as better connectivity between the important economic centres along Sydney’s Global Economic Corridor and through local communities.
The approved project includes the construction and operation of a new multi-lane road link between the M4 East Motorway at Haberfield and the New M5 Motorway at St Peters, an interchange at Lilyfield and Rozelle (the Rozelle Interchange) and a tunnel connection between Anzac Bridge and Victoria Road, east of Iron Cove Bridge (Iron Cove Link). 

Tags: Transport for NSW
Organization: NSW Government
The roadmakers : a history of main roads in New South Wales

The objective of this publication has been to record highlights of the activities in roadmaking in New South Wales up until the present time (1976). The information and illustrations presented in this publication have been selected from original reports and correspondence retained in the Mitchell Library, Sydney and the Department of Main Roads own archives and supplemented with the recollections of people who were personally involved in particular projects.

Tags: Department of Main Roads
Organization: NSW Government
Daytime headlamps for motorcyclists : summary report : TARU 2/80

The Traffic Accident Research Unit was charged with commissioning, monitoring and assessing the effects of the publicity campaign, and with conducting the investigation of motorcycle electrical systems. In addition, the opportunity was taken during the period of the campaign to undertake a questionnaire survey of motorcyclists, seeking attitudes towards daytime headlamp use. There were thus three major components of the investigation: (1) an assessment, by means of roadside observational surveys, of the extent to which the publicity campaign influenced the daytime use of motorcycle headlamps; (2) an appreciation, by means of a questionnaire survey, of motorcyclist attitudes and opinions concerning the daytime use of motorcycle headlamps; (3) an examination, by means of laboratory and field tests, of the ability of motorcycle electrical systems to withstand daytime headlamp use.

Tags: Department of Motor Transport, Traffic Accident Research Unit TARU
Organization: NSW Government
National Highway interim connections : F3 Freeway to the New England Highway : environmental impact assessment report

This report concerns the interim connections between F3 Freeway and the New England Highway. Its purpose is to examine and consider the environmental impact statement (EIS) which was prepared for this project and also the representations received in response to the EIS. It recommends that approval be give to the proposal subject to a number of conditions and modifications. Attached to this report are a copy of the determination and the Assessment report.

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
Proposed rock batter rectification Victoria Pass, Mount Victoria : environmental impact statement

This environmental impact statement (EIS) documents investigations for proposed works to rectify an unstable rock batter located adjacent to the Great Western Highway at Mount Victoria. The project involves removal of the unstable sections from the rock batter and top boulder slope of the batter by controlled excavation. The cutting would be widened and the slope reprofiled to a stable angle. A rock fall buffer zone of six metres width would be provided from the edge of the existing road carriageway tom the rock batter. Extensive landscaping treatments to enhance the appearance of the excavated rock face would be incorporated into the project as well as the implementation of erosion and sedimentation control measures. An indicative construction method is proposed which includes provision for an access track, spoil push down area and stockpiling areas.

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government
Southern Region overtaking crashes : focus report : 1997-1999

This report is Part III of a four part series of Crash Analysis Focus Reports for 2000/01. It is the aim of these reports to identify locations in the Southern Region that exhibit a higher number of crashes or more severe crashes when assessed by a major characteristic and a set of specified criteria. In this report the area of focus is overtaking crashes with the aim of identifying sites exhibiting crash clusters of this type with the view to installing appropriate preventative treatments.

Tags: Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
Organization: NSW Government