Health and hazards

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Summertime snake safety: November 2025

Council cannot remove snakes but WIRES wildlife rescuers can. Report a snake rescue online or call WIRES on 1300 094 737.

Report a snake

Council's Public and Environmental Health Team deals with matters that can affect the health and wellbeing of the community.

There are rules that households and visitors should follow to mitigate harmful effects for themselves and their neighbours. Businesses should also ensure they follow legislation and guidelines relevant to their business operations.

NSW Health

Council is not a medical authority. NSW Health gives advice on matters such as health alerts, smoke-free laws, mosquitoes, and hospitals.

Asbestos

There are legal and safety requirements for managing and disposing of asbestos.

Illegal dumping and littering

Council monitors illegal dumping in Eurobodalla. Penalties range from $500 for littering up to $4 million for corporations illegally disposing of waste.

Air quality

Air quality is affected by pollutants emitted into our atmosphere, including things like wood heaters and backyard burning.

Overgrown properties

Property owners are responsible for ensuring that their property is maintained and doesn’t provide a place for vermin to live and breed.

Neighbourhood noise

This page outlines the most common noise issues that occur and how to deal with them. It also provides helpful links to further information about neighbourhood noise.

Barking dogs

Dog owners are responsible for making sure their dog does not create a nuisance by barking excessively.

Council rangers

Our rangers investigate and enforce some types of complaints relating to noise, abandoned vehicles, parking, littering and illegal dumping.

Water pollution

Find out what you can do to prevent water pollution from occurring, and how to report a water pollution incident.