Council is inviting feedback on the revised Gas Scare Gun Policy which defines guidelines for their use.
This Policy was last adopted by Council on 16 November 2021. This draft Policy defines guidelines for the use of gas scare guns within Wollondilly Shire to protect the amenity of rural areas, and to reduce potential environmental impacts.
Council recognises that the use of scare guns is a normal part of crop farming and that hearing them is part of living in a rural landscape. We support the rights of primary producers to use scare guns, so long as their use is consistent with this policy.
Primary responsibility for the control of noise from gas scare guns rests with Local Government as the Appropriate Regulatory Authority (ARA). The Protection of Environment Operations Act, 1997 and the NSW EPA ‘Noise Guide for Local Government’ provides the framework of this Policy.
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Online under the 'Document for feedback' tab (scroll down below feedback form)
Council’s Customer Service Centre at 62-64 Menangle Street, Picton
Wollondilly Library in Picton at 42 Menangle Street, Picton and Mobile Library - see calendar
By post addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Wollondilly Shire Council, PO Box 21, Picton NSW 2571
In person hand delivered to Council’s offices at 62-64 Menangle Street, Picton.
Submissions Close
Share your feedback until 5:00pm on Tuesday 13 May 2025.
More Information
Further enquiries can be made to Council's Manager Health & Regulatory Services on 4677 1100 or council@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au
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Council is inviting feedback on the revised Gas Scare Gun Policy which defines guidelines for their use.
This Policy was last adopted by Council on 16 November 2021. This draft Policy defines guidelines for the use of gas scare guns within Wollondilly Shire to protect the amenity of rural areas, and to reduce potential environmental impacts.
Council recognises that the use of scare guns is a normal part of crop farming and that hearing them is part of living in a rural landscape. We support the rights of primary producers to use scare guns, so long as their use is consistent with this policy.
Primary responsibility for the control of noise from gas scare guns rests with Local Government as the Appropriate Regulatory Authority (ARA). The Protection of Environment Operations Act, 1997 and the NSW EPA ‘Noise Guide for Local Government’ provides the framework of this Policy.
View Documents
Online under the 'Document for feedback' tab (scroll down below feedback form)
Council’s Customer Service Centre at 62-64 Menangle Street, Picton
Wollondilly Library in Picton at 42 Menangle Street, Picton and Mobile Library - see calendar
By post addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Wollondilly Shire Council, PO Box 21, Picton NSW 2571
In person hand delivered to Council’s offices at 62-64 Menangle Street, Picton.
Submissions Close
Share your feedback until 5:00pm on Tuesday 13 May 2025.
More Information
Further enquiries can be made to Council's Manager Health & Regulatory Services on 4677 1100 or council@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au
Privacy
Council may be required to release your written comments or submissions to an applicant under the Government Information (Public Access) Act, 2009 or Local Government Act 1993.
Some helpful information on submitting your feedback:
Please read the draft Policy.
Consider: Do you support the policy? Is there anything you don't agree with? Has anything been left out? Etc.
Identify the ideas you want to comment on. It can be as much or little as you like, but please be clear, and ensure it relates to this Policy.
Submit your comments: Either write your submission separately and upload it as a Word file or PDF, or, type your submission into the text box provided. Your thoughtful comments are appreciated.
