Council services during COVID-19 lockdown

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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.

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.

Residential noise

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

Grey water and wastewater management systems

You will need a permit to install or alter an on-site wastewater management system.

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.

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.

Burning off

If you want to use an incinerator or burn off, you will need a permit.

Report motorbike noise

Anonymously report motorbike noise along Darebin Creek Trail or from any location where there should not be any.

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The latest latest changes to our services and centres affected by COVID-19 and learn about the available supports.