Here's what we heard

Thanks for letting us know what you think about our local laws.

We had 61 online submissions and 946 views to the page, plus numerous face-to-face conversations at two pop-up consultations. We appreciate you taking the time!

Local laws: what we heard from you

Camping | There is support to explore the opportunities to facilitate camping on council land in specified locations with rules.

Golf | 61% of the respondents think golf should not be played in council reserves.

Bin collection | 42% believe bins should be returned to the property the same day as collection, with 47% the end of the next day.

Special events | 93% agree that permission should be granted for special events on council land, either with or without specified rules. When asked how many people should be allowed to attend before permission is required, the results vary with 27% support permission for all special events, 27% for 50 people and 16% for 2 people.

Kite-surfing or kite-buggies | 58% of the respondents support allowing kite-surfing or kite-buggies in specified areas without a permit.

Roosters | 44% believe we should introduce a permit system to keep roosters.

Dogs | 66% believe that 2 dogs should be allowed to be kept on a property before permission is required.

Fishing | 65% of the respondents support fishing in council lakes.

Lodging houses | There is support for Council to control lodging houses through a by-law.