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The council sent me a notice saying that a tree in my garden is a hazard and must be removed. I love the tree and I think it is healthy. Can they force me, and can I challenge it? I want to make sure I am not missing anything important before I decide what to do.
We have a low, boggy area on our farm that floods sometimes, and we want to drain and fill it to make it usable for grazing. A neighbour mentioned that wetlands are strictly protected these days. Is that true, and could we be fined for doing this work?
The council has approved a large commercial development next to our home and we were never told about it. It will bring traffic, noise and shadowing. Is it too late to do anything, and how could we have been involved?
A company has applied to establish a large industrial site near our community and many residents are concerned about noise and traffic. I have seen that submissions are open. How do I make a submission, and does it actually make a difference?
Construction work next door begins very early and includes loud machinery and weekend activity. We have asked the builders to stop, but they say they are allowed to work. What limits apply to construction noise?
We received a letter from a government agency saying that part of our property may be needed for a new road. We do not want to sell and are worried about the compensation. What are our rights? I would like to know what steps I should take next to protect myself.
I want to build a raised deck and remove a large old tree on my section. A neighbour warned me that I might need a council permit and could be fined if I do it without one. How do I find out what approvals are actually required?
A spill from our business site went into a stormwater drain and reached a nearby stream. We cleaned it up, but the council has started an investigation. How serious is this, and what penalties are possible?
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