I have a problem with a street tree.
For requests related to street / roadside trees (either urban or rural) including dangerous trees, pruning, trimming, canopy lifting of trees, fallen limbs from street/road trees to be removed, watering trees please call the Shire Office on 5471 1700. Requests will be forwarded to Council's parks and gardens team. EXCEPTION – Please report storm damage and trees over roads as a result of wind rain etc immediately as an emergency.
Can Council clean up the leaves I have raked up on my nature strip?
No. Council does not provide a gardening service. Green waste can be deposited at Council's landfill. This product is mulched and used by Council.
I have noxious weeds on my nature strip, what should I do?
In accordance with the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994, it is the responsibility of the owner of the abutting property to control the spread and if need be, remove any noxious weeds on nature strips. If the size and position of such weeds affects either or both of the following: The flow conditions of any drainage in the area; the site distance of motorists on any roads; please contact the Shire Infrastructure Unit on 5471 1700.
I have noxious weeds on my property, what should I do?
In accordance with the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994, the removal and control of noxious weeds on private property is the sole responsibility of the owner.