Noise nuisances, pollution & illegal dumping
Find advice on acceptable noise levels and times, air pollution and illegal dumping. Helpful information can also be found in Local Government Toolbox.
We only have jurisdiction to act on certain noise pollution issues and share the responsibility of noise control with other government bodies. The information below outlines which authorities to contact for various noise types.
Aircraft noise
All aircraft noise - contact Airservices ...
Littering and illegal dumping is unsightly and has significant health and safety risks for the environment and residents.
Definition of littering and/or dumping
Littering and illegal dumping describes any waste items (e.g. refuse, debris, rubbish, cigarette butts, food materials) that have been ...
Air pollution nuisances (offensive smells, dust, light and smoke) that we have the authority to respond to:
Dust occurring from the vacant land in preparation for subdivision or on residential land and some commercial land
Light dust occurring on residential land and some commercial land
Odour ...
We have regulations in place to ensure safety and to control smoke, ash and fumes that are a nuisance to the neighbourhood as a result of backyard fires. Under Subordinate Local Law No 3 (Community and Environmental Management) 2011) we regulate the lighting ...