Public health and safety

The information we have provided on these pages will assist you with a range of health related topics, from food safety to heat waves and smoking.

Reporting graffiti

Report graffiti on our or your property. Learn more about reducing the likelihood that your property will get tagged, and how to order a removal kit.

Report residential noise

Who to ask for help with noisy neighbours, barking dogs and industrial or building noise.

Burning off, wood heaters and smoke

You need a permit to burn off green waste on your property. Learn how to get one.

Community groups and food fundraisers

How to make sure your cake stall, sausage sizzle, or food fundraiser is safe for the people buying and eating it.

Tobacco and smoke-free areas

Find out about the current rules for smoke-free zones and rules for the display, advertising and sale of tobacco and associated products.

Reporting food poisoning and food recalls

How to report suspected food poisoning, poor hygiene and food handling. What happens when food is recalled.

Fireworks displays

You will need a permit and an inspection before you can stage larger fireworks displays on private or public land.

Report an abandoned car

Let us know when you spot something that's not quite right as you go about your day in Banyule. By reporting the matter you're helping the community across Banyule.

Disposing of syringes

Our services for people with health issues and what businesses should do to get rid of their used syringes safely.

Safe asbestos handling

Asbestos is a building material that was banned in 2003. Find out what is required to remove it safely from your home.

Environment, health and pests

Our environmental health officers investigate cases of air, noise and water pollution and provide advice on pest control.

Health and wellbeing

Your health and wellbeing informs all our decisions in the services we provide and how places and spaces are designed. Our Mental Health Pathways booklet is a current resource for local services.

Child safety

We are committed to keeping all children and young people safe and protected. Every child, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, has the right to be protected from harm and abuse.

Our Active to School program encourages your students to walk, cycle, scoot – or any other physically active mode – to school. It promotes fitness, reduces traffic congestion, makes school streets safer and encourages sustainable transport.

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