Illegal dumping is a growing issue across Australia, with our data revealing a sharp increase in discarded waste Snaps. This surge is not only impacting local communities but is costing millions of dollars annually to address.
In September 2024 alone, more than 15,000 incidents of discarded rubbish, including household and construction waste, were Snapped. Victoria led the nation with 8,410 reported incidents, marking a 54.5% increase from last year.
Other states have also seen major spikes:
- New South Wales: 2,980 Snaps, a 46.2% increase from 2023
- Queensland: 766 Snaps, up by 61.6%
- Western Australia: 858 Snaps, a 57.1% increase
These figures highlight the urgent need for action, as councils struggle to manage the volume and cost of illegal dumping.
With this surge in illegal dumping, Snap Send Solve CEO Danny Gorog emphasises the importance of community involvement in tackling the issue:
"We need the community’s support," Danny shared in a recent interview. “This surge highlights emerging hotspots and spotlights a growing problem in current waste solutions.”
For those who encounter illegal dumping, Snapping the issue using Snap Send Solve is a quick and effective way to support cleanup efforts and raise awareness about this growing problem. The data from your Snaps isn’t just used in isolation to clean up the dumped rubbish; Solvers can create hotspot maps to help them take a proactive approach to this increase in illegal dumping.
Learn more about Snapping illegal dumping and get Snapping today.
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