The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) have launched this new public reporting system after seeing the success of similar systems in Queensland and Victoria.

The EPA encourage the public to register and report littering from vehicles either directly through their website or to download their free mobile app. Fines up to $500 will be issued from March 1 for reports submitted by the community.

Greater Taree City Council mayor, Paul Hogan, welcomes the new reporting system and hopes that it will make people think twice before disrespecting our environment.

“The Manning Valley offers some beautiful scenery and amazing tourist drives that navigate through kilometres of coastal trails, unique national parks and 23 townships, and it is a shame when people toss litter out the window.” Cr Hogan said.

The details needed to submit a report include the vehicle’s registration details, a description of the vehicle, the location, date and time as well as details about the litter.

For more information in relation to reporting littering from vehicles call the EPA on 131 555 or visit http://www.epa.nsw.gov.au/litter/from-vehicle.htm.