Other Local Laws
- Abandoned Shopping Trolleys
- Abandoned Vehicles
- Overhanging Vegetation
- Fire Hazard
- Noxious Weeds
- Signs and Goods on Footway
- Incinerator/ Open Air Burning
- Municipal Amenity
- Street Performing/Busking
- Billboard Advertising, Tin Shake Appeals
- School Crossings
Abandoned Shopping Trolleys
It is a breach of Council's Local Law No 3 to leave a shopping trolley on a road, on Council land or in a car park vested in Council, except in a designated trolley bay. Many trolleys end up in garden beds, creeks, round-abouts etc becoming an eyesore and a public risk.
A $100 on the spot fine could apply or a court imposed fine of up to $300.
Council Officers patrol and impound trolleys found outside of designated areas.
Here are some phone number of local supermarkets to which you can report an abandoned trolley:- ARAV Trolley Hotline - 1800 245 022
- Ashwood
Safeway 9885 3059 - Brandon Park
Coles 9560 5645 - Clayton
Bi-Lo 9544 9530
Coles 9543 5393 - Glen Waverley
Coles 9802 1140
Safeway 9803 2455 - Mt Waverley
Safeway 9807 0599 - Oakleigh
Coles 9563 2180
Safeway 9530 4940 - Oakleigh South
Safeway 9570 6315 - Pinewood
Coles 9802 0254 - Waverley Gardens
Bi-Lo 9548 4859
Safeway 9547 6311
Monash City Council Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Abandoned Vehicles
Any vehicle that has been abandoned on the street or on any Council land may be impounded. Council may also impound unregistered vehicles parked in the street or on any Council land, if the owner does not remove it.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Overhanging Vegetation
Trees and bushes that overhang nature strips and pavements can be a hazard to pedestrians, particularly the elderly and the visually impaired, and can reduce visibility for drivers.
Monash City Council has local laws which require that vegetation not encroach onto the street at a height less than 3m and that clear visibility be maintained at intersections.
Failure to comply could make you liable for a $200 fine.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Fire Hazard
Over the summer months all vacant landowners are required to cut any long grass and ensure that the land is maintained, so as not to be a fire hazard. Owners of occupied properties are also required to control grass height over this period. Council's Fire Prevention Officers actively patrol the municipality throughout the summer period to identify hazards.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Noxious Weeds
Blackberry and fennel are recognised noxious weeds in the City of Monash. Residents are required to ensure that they eradicate any such growth.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Signs and Goods on Footway
So as to ensure clear access for pedestrians, traders must obtain a permit from the Local Law Department in order to display an A-frame (or similar) sign or merchandise on the footway.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Incinerator/ Open Air Burning
Incinerator use is banned in this municipality. Burning can be conducted with a permit from the Local Laws Department, on Thursdays and Saturdays between 10.00 am and 3.00 pm (conditions apply). Fee applicable.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Municipal Amenity
It is an offence to dump or store any items, rubbish etc on any Council land or roadway. Bill posting on signposts etc is not permitted. Property owners are required to maintain their properties so as not to be in an unsightly or detrimental condition i.e. cut grass, remove any rubbish etc. Building sites are required to ensure that they clean any mud/dirt/sand from the footway/roadway; and that in dry weather water trucks are kept on site to minimise dust emissions.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Street Performing/Busking
Street performers are required to apply for a permit. Performers must be 16 years or above, however exceptions may be made if the application is supported by an adult and the adult is present at the time of the performance. An application form and conditions are listed.
Permit application and conditions (.pdf) - 18 kB
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Billboard Advertising, Tin Shake Appeals
Organisations based within this municipality can apply for a permit with the Local Laws Department to conduct the above activities. Other charitable organisations may also be given permission to hold tin-shake appeals.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
School Crossings
School Crossing Supervisors play an important role in ensuring safety at school crossings. Safety can also be improved by drivers ensuring that they obey all rules in the vicinity of crossings, and parents and schools ensuring children are educated on crossing the road.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Reviewed: 18 February 2009
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