Council employs one full time Ranger who is responsible for the enforcement and administration of a number of State Statues and Council Local Laws throughout the Shire.

The administration of these Statutes and Local Laws include investigating complaints, providing public education and awareness and the issue of Infringement Notices or instigation of Prosecutions for non-compliance.

The State Legislation administered and enforced by the Rangers include the following:

• Local Government Act 1995
• Local Government Miscellaneous provisions Act 1960
• Dog Act 1976 & regulations
• Litter Act 1979 & regulations
• Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds Act 1995 and regulations 1997
• Bush fires Act 1954 & regulations
• Control of vehicles (off road areas) Act 1978

In addition to the State Statutes Council's Ranger administer and enforce a number of various Local Laws, which have been adopted by the Council.

Ranger services are available from 7am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday. Council's Ranger is Jody Newton who can be contacted on 9733 7800. For emergency calls after hours call 0408 084 544.

After hours service is only available for emergencies in which there is danger to the public and only if there has been a major dog attack or if there is stray stock on the roads.