Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) took control of the Glass Recycling Services (GRS) site at Coolaroo from 25 October 2019 to 30 June 2020 due to the mismanagement of waste at the site by GRS. Prior to taking over the site, EPA identified multiple hotspots in glass-waste stockpiles that had caused fires and posed significant risks to the environment and human health. EPA removed stockpiles of smouldering waste materials including glass, paper, plastic and cardboard as well as other materials (putrescible organic wastes, metals, ceramic and porcelain) to make the site safe and protect the local community and environment during 25 October to 30 June 2020.