Mitchell Shire Council would like to thank the community for their vigilance in reporting illegal rubbish dumping. Thanks to the community’s efforts, six offenders have been identified and fined in the past fortnight, sending a strong message that illegal dumping will not be tolerated.
Following the reports, Council investigated and issued eight fines exceeding $1,000 each. Offenders were also ordered to clean up the waste within seven days. Failure to comply may result in Magistrates Court proceedings.
Mitchell Shire Council works closely with the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) to tackle illegal dumping and protect the environment. This strong partnership ensures thorough investigations and effective enforcement measures, helping to keep our community safe and clean.
To support responsible waste disposal, Mitchell Shire offers convenient options at Resource Recovery Centres in Broadford, Pyalong, Seymour, and Wallan. Accepted items include:
- Free drop-off items: car batteries, e-waste (e.g., TVs, computers, toasters), cardboard, gas bottles (up to 9kg), fluorescent globes, and metals/steel.
- Paid disposal items: broken appliances, mattresses, couches, motor oil, tyres, clean concrete and bricks, fridges, and freezers.
Council also provides resource recovery centre vouchers on an annual basis with the first rates notice of each year. Vouchers can be scanned up to 5 times at any of our Resource Recovery Centres, with each scan worth up to $40.
To report illegal dumping, please use the following channels:
Mitchell Shire CEO Brett Luxford said “our residents’ dedication to keeping Mitchell Shire clean is making a real difference. By reporting suspicious activity, our community is playing a crucial role in protecting our environment and public spaces.
We thank community members for remaining vigilant and reporting illegal dumping. These reports have helped us investigate and fine offenders, keeping our community cleaner and safer.”
“If you see illegal dumping or suspicious activity, please notify Council. Together, we can create a cleaner Mitchell Shire.”
