Darebin City Council provides comprehensive public health and safety support including noise, odour, asbestos, and pest control management.
Ongoing activity
274 Gower St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia
Free
Discover how Darebin City Council supports the community with essential public health and safety services designed to protect your family and environment.
The council investigates a range of public health issues such as residential noise disturbances, odour emissions, asbestos presence, and pest control. You can expect clear guidance and assistance on managing these concerns to ensure a safe and healthy living environment.
- Asbestos removal advice for structures built before 1990, emphasizing safety when asbestos is undisturbed.
- Support for reporting food safety issues related to local businesses.
- Assistance with lighting complaints caused by poor installation on commercial or domestic properties.
- Noise disturbance management with legislative powers to respond effectively.
- Odour complaints handled by Council Health Officers when impacting health.
- Pest control information covering rats, mice, cockroaches, bees, and wasps.
- Guidance on reducing smoke from wood heaters and addressing neighbour-related smoke issues.
- Safe syringe disposal methods for sharps like needles and lancets.
- Support for reporting breaches of tobacco laws by businesses.
Services are provided by Darebin City Council located at 274 Gower Street, Preston, VIC 3072. You can contact the council via phone or email for assistance or to report issues. The council offices are accessible to the public during business hours.
These services are vital for maintaining community health and safety. It is important to report issues promptly to ensure timely intervention. The council respects cultural diversity and offers multilingual support to assist all residents.
Most advisory services and investigations are provided free of charge as part of the council’s commitment to community wellbeing. Contact the council directly for specific service inquiries or to report a concern.
