November 1st 2024.
The situation in Sydney regarding rubbish bins has become increasingly tense, with one council taking measures to ensure that households are adhering to the rules. A concerned resident from Paddington, a well-to-do neighborhood in the eastern suburbs, reached out to 9news.com.au to report that a "senior official" from Woollahra Council has been making regular visits on Tuesdays to check if bins have been properly returned from the streets.
According to the resident, the council officer has been keeping an eye on the bins in the laneway areas surrounding Paddington, specifically on Windsor and Cascade streets. They have been noting which bins have been left out for an extended period of time. This action was taken after the resident and their neighbors received letters from the council, warning them to ensure that bins are removed from the streets within 12 hours of collection. Failure to do so could result in a hefty fine of $220 per week.
However, the resident, who wishes to remain anonymous, believes that the council should use some common sense in this matter. They argue that the laneway in question, Paddington Lane, is rarely used and keeping the bins there does not pose a threat to anyone. They also point out that the majority of houses in the area are narrow terraces with limited space for storing bins.
The resident suggests that the alternative to leaving the bins on the street is to place them near the front door or inside the home. They also express their frustration with the council's decision to issue fines during a time of financial strain for many individuals.
In response to these concerns, a spokesperson for Woollahra Council stated that they only check for bins left on the streets when a complaint is received. They clarify that the council's main priority is to maintain the overall appearance and safety of the neighborhood by ensuring that bins do not obstruct traffic or pedestrians. They also mention that their preferred approach is to educate residents rather than issuing fines.
The issue of rubbish bins has caused controversy in other parts of Australia as well. In South Australia, a council made headlines for threatening to fine residents $312 for leaving their bins on the street too early or for an extended period. In light of this, 9news.com.au offers a WhatsApp channel for readers to stay updated on breaking news, celebrity updates, and sports news without any comments or algorithms. Your privacy is also protected on this platform.
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