Report water pollution
How to report water pollution
Reports from the community can play an important role in investigating and responding to pollution incidents.
If you notice sewage in a waterway or overflowing from any structure:
If you notice water pollution such as sediment, paint or chemicals in a local waterway or see someone dumping rubbish or garden waste into or near a waterway:
When reporting water pollution try to have the following information ready:
- Location
- Time and date
- What the pollution looks and smells like
- Whether you witnessed the pollution incident first hand
- Your contact details
You will find more information about reporting water pollution incidents here.

Water pollution from paint going down a gutter and flowing into the Cooper Park creek.
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