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If you are looking to do your part to help the environment there are many community events and volunteering opportunities that you may be interested in.

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Reporting pollution

To report pollution incidents, pollution from a commercial source or fish kills email or phone the Pollution Hotline - 1300 130 372

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Report littering or illegal dumping

Report littering or illegal dumping

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