Correspondence Relating To Huntly Or Willowdale Mining Operations.

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Internal DCCEEW correspondence from February 2026 regarding an Alcoa enforcement matter (referenced as "Alcoa TPs") discusses preparation of a media statement. The department requested a draft statement by end of business Monday, to be modelled on previous enforcement announcements (North West Shelf/Vic Park statements). The communications emphasize messaging around the financial magnitude of the enforcement action, environmental benefits of resulting funds, and use of the case as a deterrent by highlighting tougher EPBC Act enforcement measures coming through planned reforms, including establishment of an EPA and increased penalties for violations. The correspondence reveals the department's intent to frame the enforcement action as part of broader regulatory strengthening under the EPBC Act reform agenda, though specific details about the environmental breach, site location, species affected, or quantified penalties are redacted.