WAGGA City Council has received funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide residents with information and tools to report littering offences.
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As a result of the new EPA litter reporting system, fines for littering from vehicles can be issued based on reports from the public for the first time in NSW.
The new rules come into effect on Sunday, March 1 - which coincidentally happens to be Clean Up Australia Day.
"People are less likely to litter when they think someone may be watching them," council environmental education officer Alice Kent said.
"With more eyes on the lookout hopefully litterers will think twice before tossing rubbish out of the car window.
"Many residents feel frustrated when they see others disrespecting our city and environment when they litter. This is an opportunity for the public to take action against this poor behaviour."
All reports will be verified before a fine is issued, and reporters may need to provide evidence in court.
Reports must be made within 14 days of the incident and include important information.
"Litter doesn't simply go away when it is thrown out the car window," Ms Kent said.
"Money is spent to clean roadways, stormwater drains and pollutant traps where litter from cars frequently ends up.
"Many volunteer hours are spent on community clean up events such as Clean Up Australia Day and Clean Up Wagga Day."
The new reporting system kicks off on February 1, with the issuing of fines to begin in March.
Residents can use the EPA website - www.epa.nsw.gov.au/litter - or the EPA mobile app to report littering motorists.
Car tidy bags and car air fresheners will be available from the Wagga Visitor Information Centre as part of the program.