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Concert organisers fined for excessive noise

Bjork performing at Big Day Out

Big Day Out organisers have been fined following a concert held at Flemington Racecourse in January.

EPA Yarra regional manager Peter Tange said operators Creative Festival Entertainment Pty Ltd were required to meet specific noise and time limits for the event, which operated eight music stages and more than 60 performances between 11am and 11pm on 28 January.

Mr Tange said at the time of the event, 26 people registered a concern with the organisers about the noise between 5.30 and 10pm.

“EPA officers conducted noise assessments at two periods during the concert and determined that during the Bjork and Rage Against the Machine performances the measurements were above the allowable levels.”

Mr Tange said the organisers attempted to mitigate the sound levels advising band management of the breaches and asking for a reduction in the levels and turning off the delay speakers in front of the main stage.

“Unfortunately their efforts have not been successful – we would expect the organisers to work within the requirements and trust they will have addressed the concerns before the next concert.”

BDO organiser Vivian Lees said, “It’s a fair cop. We were working with a new venue and gusty winds that went against us, and the last band in particular was loud. I think we will do better next time.”

The company was fined $5,506 and has 28 days to pay the fine or have the matter dealt with in court.

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