Potato chip maker RAIRANDEV GOLDEN FRIES has been fined $9,880 by EPA Victoria after one of their wastewater ponds used in the manufacture of the chips, overflowed onto neighbouring properties.
The Aerodrome Rd, Parwan facility is a major production base for chips and fries products sold under the Golden Fries brand.
On 27 June 2025, EPA officers investigated a report of pollution that alleged wastewater from the Golden Fries Parwan property was affecting the neighbour's land.
The inspection found that a wastewater pond at the Golden Fries premises had overflowed, resulting in a large volume of odorous wastewater, in excess of 1,000 litres, pooling on the neighbouring property.
EPA South West Regional Manager Martha-Rose Loughnane said the fine came after other regulatory action had already been taken against the company and further action would be coming if non-compliant activity continued.
"It is a legal requirement for everyone to manage their waste appropriately," said Martha-Rose.
"Improper waste management can affect the environment and present risks to human health."
"Golden Fries in Parwan received EPA remedial notices earlier this year regarding proper waste disposal. Continued non-compliance with EPA regulations will result in escalating regulatory action."
