FAQs

The purpose of this Policy is to provide a framework for the development of the exhibition program for Hazelhurst Arts Centre. It sets the criteria for the assessment of all exhibitions developed by Hazelhurst, or the services of an external curator/artist, and visiting or touring exhibitions sourced from other galleries and institutions, collections or exhibition providers to ensure transparency and accountability with Council’s processes and expectations for residents, ratepayers and interested parties.

Council uses pesticides and herbicides to manage unwanted plant growth, protect infrastructure, maintain the aesthetics of public spaces, and control pests that could pose health risks.

Council follows strict regulations, provides proper training to personnel, uses protective equipment, follows application guidelines, notifies the public, protects the environment, keeps detailed records, and has emergency procedures in place.

When used correctly and according to guidelines, pesticides are safe. Council ensures minimal exposure and explores less toxic alternatives to further reduce any potential risks.

Glyphosate is a commonly used herbicide to control weeds and is the active ingredient in many herbicides found over the counter at nurseries and leading hardware stores in products like i.e. Round-up. 

Glyphosate has been extensively reviewed by numerous international regulatory bodies, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), and European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). 

These agencies have concluded that glyphosate does not meet the criteria to be classified as a carcinogen, mutagen, or reproductive toxin in humans, animals or insects when used according to label instructions.

Their assessments are based on a large body of scientific evidence, which supports the safety of glyphosate at typical exposure levels. Regulatory bodies like the EPA and EFSA have concluded that it is unlikely to pose a carcinogenic risk when used as directed.

Since 2014 Council has drastically reduce it use of glyphosate products by 65%, Council’s approach to the use/application of herbicides containing glyphosates is in line with other best practice LGAs.

For more information on glyphosate you can visit the following links:

Glyphosate | US EPA

Glyphosate: no critical areas of concern; data gaps identified | EFSA

EFSA explains the scientific assessment of glyphosate | EFSA

Council notifies residents through multiple channels, including public notices, signs, emails, newspaper, and Council's website, ensuring everyone is informed in advance.

You can contact Council directly with any concerns or questions. Sutherland Shire Council is committed to addressing all inquiries and ensuring transparency in its pesticide use practices.

Council has created this Policy to provide a consistent approach, defining standards on insurances, certification, installation, and operation, as well as the standard of ongoing certification associated with Tower Cranes.

A tower crane is a power-driven slewing jib type crane with the jib located at the top of a tower, which stays approximately vertical in the working position. Types of tower cranes include hammerhead tower crane, luffing jib crane and self-erecting crane.

Tower cranes are fixed to the ground, meaning they can’t be moved once set up. Mobile cranes can be transported and re-positioned anywhere on-site as needed.

Before installation and operation of a tower crane that will overhang or weathervane over Public Land and Roads, you must receive approval from Council via a Roads Act consent in concurrence with SafeWork NSW approvals. This approval is sought through the completion of a Crane and/or Pump Application.

Tower cranes must not be installed or operated over a neighbouring property unless prior approval has been obtained.