Ranger David Hoyune with a burntout car dumped in Bunyip State Park.By Paul Dunlop
A BURNTOUT car, lawn clippings, old toys and other rubbish have been dumped at Bunyip State Park.
Park rangers are urging the local community to be vigilant and report any incidents relating to rubbish dumping in an effort to combat illegal – and potentially hazardous – activity.
Over the past five months an increased level of rubbish dumping has occurred within the park with large quantities of couch and buffalo grass, as well as general household items, being found by park rangers at various locations.
Parks Victoria ranger in charge Greg Young said rubbish dumping was a real problem.
“It is a costly and timeconsuming exercise to remove rubbish from the park,” he said.
“We are calling on the community to assist us in protecting Bunyip State Park by reporting this type of illegal activity straightaway.”
Neighbours or park visitors who witness rubbish dumping or any other illegal activity within the park can call Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or Pakenham Police on 5941 1033.
“We can only fully protect our parks in partnership with the community and we rely on their support to ensure our precious natural environment and the recreational opportunities parks offer, so vital to the health of Victorians, is protected for future generations to enjoy,” Mr Young said.
