Bayside’s magnificent tree lined streetscapes are aflame with colour in autumn and winter, with tonnes of leaves falling on streets and footpaths.
We are committed to keeping our streets clean and accessible. Our street sweepers collect leaves along selected streets from March to July. We select these streets based on the size, species and number of trees.
In April and May 2022, our team collected more than 250 tonnes of leaf litter. Cleaning up leaves isn’t easy and there are a few things you can do to help keep our streets clear:
- Avoid parking on the street on your sweeping days
- If you can’t move your vehicle, sweep leaves from under parked vehicles the night before and remove sticks, branches and rocks.
- Don’t rake or blow leaves onto the road after the sweeper has passed.
Please note that street sweepers can’t sweep under cars. Leaves are blown by a manual blower and then picked up by a sweeper.
We also do not sweep or collect leaves from your garden which can be included in your food and green waste (FOGO) bin.
To look up your street sweeping day visit bayside.vic.gov.au/street-sweeping
Drains need assistance
Winter can be a difficult time for our drainage system. Heavy rainfall, fallen branches and other debris can all impact the easy flow of stormwater through our drains.
Our drainage team proactively cleans and removes debris from stormwater drains to prevent blockages and minimise the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall, while also carrying out regular inspections and maintenance to identify potential issues.
We are committed to upgrading and modernising stormwater drainage infrastructure to enhance its capacity, efficiency and resilience.
Sustainability is another priority, with measures such as the installation of rain gardens and infiltration systems, to help reduce the impact of stormwater runoff and improve water quality.
Our robust emergency response plan for stormwater drainage means Council is ready to swiftly address any emergencies or disruptions in the system, ensuring the safety of our community.
