Disaster and Emergency Information

The NSW SES and Bureau of Meteorology advise that heavy rainfall is expected across our region from tonight, with conditions likely to continue into the weekend.
For the latest updates on Council services, how to stay informed, and tips on preparing for severe weather, please visit our Disaster and Emergency Information webpage.

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Public health and safety (services and approvals)

Burning of Vegetation

Burning of vegetation in the Bellingen Shire

Cooling Towers and Water Systems

Councils to take an active role in ensuring compliance with requirements of the Act at premises where systems have the potential to transmit Legionnaires disease are installed.

Erosion and sediment control

Providing the community with information about erosion and sediment control in Bellingen Shire.

Hair, Beauty, Piercing and Tattoo Business

Businesses that undertake skin penetration activities must be registered.

Food safety

We work closely with food businesses across the Bellingen Shire to minimise the risk of food-borne illness by promoting a high standard of safety.

Onsite Sewerage Management Systems (OSMS)

Properties with onsite sewerage, require approvals associated with installing, altering and using the system.

Ranger Services

We work to ensure our approach to regulation and enforcement is both consistent and transparent and we work directly with other agencies and community groups to make Bellingen Shire safer, cleaner, healthier and more accessible.

Solid fuel heaters and wood smoke

Wood Smoke in the Bellingen Shire

Swimming pools and spas

Make sure your swimming pool, spa and pool fencing meet the required standard.