Types of incident

Of the 979 incidents reported to the Council in 2009-2010, the most common type related to burning or smoke nuisance (164). Other frequently recorded incidents included sewage in inland waters (106), other coastal activities (79), earthworks and vegetation clearance (73) and odour nuisance (69).

Rubbish dumped in a small stream.

Photo: Rubbish dumped in a small stream