Parties and stereos
What should you do if you intend to hold a one-off party at your house?
- Inform your neighbours of the event including date, time of finish and a contact phone number. Generally, people will not mind noise from a celebration as long as it is a one-off event on a Friday or Saturday night, and it does not finish late.
- A party on weeknights and Sunday nights are generally not a good idea, but if there is no other time, then a 10pm finish is suggested. On Friday and Saturday nights the finish time should be no later than midnight.
- Start your party earlier so that it can finish earlier.
- Hold the party inside if possible and close all doors and windows.
- Move the party indoors after 10pm.
- Do not use speakers outside the house.
- Ensure that party goers do not cause a nuisance with offensive language or behaviour while at the party or when leaving.
Power tools and lawnmowers etc.
Things to remember:
- 'Specified equipment' – equipment that requires the constant presence of an operator for normal use for example, power tools, lawn mower – is only allowed to be used from Monday to Saturday from 7am to 7pm, and Sundays and public holidays from 9am to 7pm. Specified equipment must be used in a reasonable manner and for no longer than two hours per day. This allows householders to complete general maintenance and repairs on their property.
Musical instruments
Under the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997, the playing of musical instruments is permitted from:
- 7am and 7pm, Monday to Saturday
- 9am and 7pm on a Sunday or on a public holiday.
Instruments should not cause a nuisance to your neighbours and should be used in a reasonable manner. Consider sound-proofing a room, using electronic drum kits with headphones, or using a proper studio instead of your residential premises.
For more information regarding residential noise please see Residential Noise » Town of Victoria Park.
Barking dogs
As a dog owner, what can you do to reduce barking noise:
- Restrict dog’s vision through fences and gates
- Keep your dog at the back of your property, away from passing traffic
- Take your dog for regular, daily walks
- Leave your dog with toys and things to play with when you are away from home
- Provide enough shelter, food and water for your dog
- Consider training/retraining
- Seek advice from your vet or an animal behaviourist
If your neighbour's dog is barking consistently, we encourage you to approach your neighbour directly to resolve the issue as often they are unaware. Alternatively, fill out our barking dog card and leave it with your neighbour.
For more information on dealing with a barking dog please see Barking Dogs » Town of Victoria Park
Liaising with Your Neighbour on Dividing Fence Matters
It is suggested you liaise with your neighbour verbally and follow up any agreements or disputes in writing relating to a dividing fence.
For more detailed information regarding buildings and fencing disputes please see Dividing Fences » Town of Victoria Park
Help to maintain clean and clear footpaths to aid accessibility on your street, follow the below tips to ensure footpaths can be used by all in the Town with ease:
- During waste collection times, avoid placing bins and materials on footpaths. This keeps the footpath clear for pedestrians, prams, and people with mobility aids.
- Park your vehicle in a designated parking spot and follow the parking signs in your area. Be sure to check your vehicle doesn’t overlap a footpath.
- Keep trees and shrubs on your property that may overhang footpaths well pruned. Overhanging vegetation can create hazards or block paths, especially for people with visual impairments.
Spot a hazard on the footpath, such as a crack or a tree root? Report it so we can repair it ASAP! Vicpark.info/footpaths
Do you want to build neighbourhood connections, develop a strong sense of community, and increase their feelings of well-being and safety?
The Street Meet ‘n’ Greet program aims to assist and empower neighbourhoods to do this, by providing rebates for street get-togethers and street celebrations.
See more information here: Street Meet 'n' Greet » Town of Victoria Park