Of late there have been really bad smells around the area and last night was particularly bad. We rang the EPA to complain and were told that they are going to be doing further surveys around the area.

I would suggest that if you have issues with odours around the area, to do the following:

During tip operating hours: Contact SITA on 9554 4555. If there are odours during that time they can try to do something about it. If you aren't happy with what SITA says, then contact the EPA.

Outside tip operating hours: Contact EPA on 9695 2777. Check their Polwatch web site for further details.

Check the "Read more" section for previous correspondence from SITA.

The other day I received an email from a Lynbrook complaining about odours from the Hallam Rd landfill (or at least that was the assumption). I sent off an email to the Operations Manager and received the following reply:

We became aware of this about 2 weeks ago during these very still nights and early mornings.

We found that the recent rains had washed some of the soil cover off in a few locations forming a few deep furrows.

These areas have now been recovered with additional soil and this problem should have been rectified.

There has also been some soil blending with animal manure by some landowners in the general area. If we receive any reports of odour we can try and trace it back you.

Although it is difficult to do anything after hours as our planning permit prevents the use of any machines if anyone who has a concern would like to send me an email with their details I can return a call first thing the next day and investigate.

I have asked for the best numbers/email to contact SITA on and I will update this once I get them. SITA have asked that if there are any bad odours during operating hours to contact them. They can then do something about the issue. The phone number for reception is: 9554 4555

Another option is to contact the EPA. Their web site has details of contact numbers and what information to provide them with: EPA Polwatch