What are you building?
Tell us how you intend to use the sand, whether for construction, manufacturing or another application.
Local resources. Future possibilities.
A new sourceof sand forMelbourne’s west.
A proposed sand quarry to support the region’s future construction and infrastructure needs.
Concept visualisation — not the existing site
Western MaterialsFrom resource
From resource
to future supply.
A vision for a local source of sand. Explore the proposed quarry, future supply opportunities and the questions that matter to our community.
The proposed quarryA future built
A future built
on local materials.
The site is farmland today. Our proposal is to develop it into a source of sand for Melbourne’s growing western region.
Western Materials brings potential customers, partners and neighbours into that conversation as the vision for the site takes shape.
- Project
- Proposed sand quarry
- Current land use
- Farmland
- Supply focus
- Melbourne’s west
Planned products
Sand at the centre.
Sand is the focus of the proposed quarry. Product specifications, suitability and availability will depend on material testing and the development of the project.
The right material.
Share the grading, performance criteria and testing information your project or business requires.
Looking ahead.
Let us know your expected volumes and timing so we can discuss potential future supply.
The quarry is a proposed development. Contact the team to discuss the project’s status and your requirements.
Email about future supplyEnvironment & communityPart of the
Part of the
local landscape.
The proposed quarry needs to be considered alongside its surrounding land and community. We welcome questions about the proposal and what it could mean for the area.
Contact the project team- Vehicle access & traffic
- Dust & noise
- Water & surrounding land
- Rehabilitation & future land use
About the proposalA few useful
A few useful
answers.
Is the quarry operating now?
No. The site is currently farmland, and the sand quarry is a proposal. The quarry image on this website is a concept visualisation of a possible future operation.
Can I discuss future sand supply?
Yes. Contact us with your intended use, required specifications and likely volumes. Product suitability and availability will depend on material testing and project development.
Where can I find the latest project information?
Contact the Western Materials team for the current project position and to ask about timing. This website does not announce an opening date.
How can neighbours ask a question?
Email info@westernmaterials.com.au with your question or concern. Questions about the site and its proposed development are welcome.
Contact Western Materials
Let’s talk.
Whether you’re exploring future sand supply or have a question about the proposal, get in touch.
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