Many trolleys have been dumped in alley ways, bushes, car parks and even water ways, impacting on the beautiful Mid North Coast environment.

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Director Matt Rogers said shopping trolley collection is the responsibility of both retailers and their customers.

“The council is working with retailers to ensure they regularly collect trolleys left in public places,” Mr Rogers said.

“Shopping trolleys represent a major investment by retailers and customers use this convenience on a daily basis.”

Mr Rogers said abandoned shopping trolleys impact the visual amenity of waterways and surroundings, and are a nuisance and potential hazard when dumped in public places. 

 “A safe and attractive place is important to all of us,” he said.

“In the case of persistent offenders, council rangers will impound abandoned shopping trolleys and retailers will be required to pay an impounding fee of $56 before the trolley is released.”

The council encourages the community to report stray trolleys so they can be promptly collected by their owners.

Trolley Tracker provides a collection service so the trolleys can be returned quickly to their retailers. 

The community can report lost trolleys by calling 1800 641 497, seven days a week.

For more information contact the council’s rangers on 6581 8111.