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18 February, 2026

Bins, wildlife and short-stay rentals put pressure on Halls Gap’s image

THE sight of wheelie bins tipped over on kerbsides, rubbish scattered by wind or wildlife, and cockatoos tearing into plastic lids in search of food is has become far too familiar in parts of Halls Gap.

By Henry Dalkin

A wheelie bin lingering on a Halls Gap roadside days after collection, adding to concerns about waste, wildlife and town presentation.
A wheelie bin lingering on a Halls Gap roadside days after collection, adding to concerns about waste, wildlife and town presentation.

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