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Fines issued after illegal dumping at scrap yard

A fine will be given to the offenders for illegal waste dumping.

By news@gippsland - 20th April 2021 - Back to News

Latrobe City Council is issuing fines of $330 to offenders caught on-camera illegally dumping goods at a scrap yard business in Morwell, despite signs stating that leaving items outside the yard will incur a fine.

Guidelines and locations are being provided by the government for us to properly dispose our wastes to avoid fines and disturbance

Presentable Morwell west entrance

The cost of cleaning up the dumped goods has so far resulted in a cost to the community of over $4000. "This is outrageous behaviour and shows a blatant disrespect for everyone else in the community," Latrobe City Council Mayor, Cr Sharon Gibson said.

"Council, together with the Federal and State governments, has invested substantial money and time in beautifying the western entrance to Morwell and to have rubbish dumped outside a local business located there lowers the amenity of the town."

Recycle or dispose waste properly

The goods dumped illegally are of no use to the business. Items should only be taken inside the business when it is open or alternatively to Council’s transfer stations at Moe, Morwell, Yinnar and Traralgon.

Cr Gibson said, "Council spending the communities’ money on removing rubbish illegally dumped across the municipality is a waste of precious resources. That is money we would all rather see be spent on our roads, preschools and other vital services that Council provides for the smooth operation – and enjoyment – of the community."

People have dumped unwanted goods and rubbish across Latrobe City, often in bushland and plantations. Items dumped include cars, household waste, needles, mattresses, tyres, car parts, building materials and animals. Many of the dumped items can be recycled for free.

Illegal dumping fines

The fine for dumping waste illegally is $330, however more significant offences can result in court hearings and fines of up to $4000 – far more than the cost of disposing of the rubbish legally or even arranging a hard rubbish collection via Council. The next hard rubbish collection will be in May.

For locations and opening hours, go to waste tranfer stations.

Pictures from Latrobe City Council Facebook page.

Source: www.gippsland.com

Published by: news@gippsland.com

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