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Report a problem to the council

Where to report each kind of problem. The council's report page links to an online form for each issue, run on its eServices website. After you submit, you get a request number to follow up. The main phone line is answered 24 hours a day and takes after-hours emergencies.

How to report it

Report an issue (official)
Online forms by topicBins, dumped rubbish, noise, parking and abandoned vehicles, footpaths and potholes, trees, graffiti, unsightly property and fine reviews. For anything else, or to report anonymously, use the general 'Report a problem or request a service' form.Report an issue →
Urgent and after hours
(03) 9240 1111The council says this line is open 24 hours and can be used after hours to report emergencies.Call →
Missed, damaged or missing bin
Bin request form, or (03) 9240 1111Bins are generally collected before midday, so wait until after midday before reporting a missed bin. Once reported, leave it on the kerb: the council aims to collect it within two business days.Report a missed bin →
Dumped rubbish
Illegal dumping formThe council says it is receiving a high volume of reports and may take longer than its usual 5 days, with hazardous dumping (such as broken glass or syringes) given priority.Report dumped rubbish →
Potholes, footpaths, trees, graffiti
Forms on the council's report pageChoose a form →
Anything else, or anonymously
General request form (eServices)Report a problem →
One app for any council
Snap Send SolveAn independent app that sends your report to the responsible council or authority. It isn't run by the council.Open Snap Send Solve →

The council's online forms run on its eServices website, which still uses the council's former moreland.vic.gov.au address. Snap Send Solve is an independent third-party app, not run by the council. In a life-threatening emergency, call 000.

Sources — check it yourself

Figures are current as at the dates shown and may change — always confirm with the linked source. See the notice at the bottom of the page for full details and how to report a correction.