Fraser Coast Sand and Gravel (FCSG) currently operates a sand quarry at 12 Toogoom Cane Road.  FCSG has recently submitted a material change of use "High Impact Industry" with plans to process up to 20,000 tonnes of fertilizer/soil conditioner each year.

Residents oppose FCSG application on the following grounds:

HEATH RISK: Potential to create additional respirable dust from stockpiled chemicals used during processing of fertilizer/soil conditioners. Respirable dust are airborne particles that can be inhaled and travel through your airways and be deposited in your lungs. Prolonged exposure can lead to a range of serious lung diseases.

ENVIRONMENTAL RISK: Potential negative impact to close proximity wetlands/waterways from contaminated  stormwater/runoff, or leached contaminated water (porous sand).  Chemicals used during processing of fertilizer/soil conditioners could potentially contaminate O'Reagan wetlands/waterways, resulting in eutrophication of water bodies. Harmful algae blooms, dead zones and fish kills are the results of eutrophication.