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Caubati Residents Fight Back Against Rubbish Crisis

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Residents in Caubati have intensified their appeal to the Nasinu Town Council regarding the increasing issue of uncollected rubbish in the area. Many have characterized the council’s response as “slack” and ineffective.

Mariah Simpson, a 59-year-old long-time resident, expressed her concerns about the deteriorating rubbish situation, noting it has become both an eyesore and a public health concern. Despite the council’s instructions on when residents should put their waste out for collection, delays in collection have resulted in large accumulations of rubbish, including white goods and garden waste.

“The piles of rubbish have attracted rats and cockroaches, creating a health hazard for everyone,” Simpson said, emphasizing that despite residents complying with the council’s guidelines to take out their trash, it remains uncollected and continues to attract more pests. She highlighted that some residents have resorted to selling discarded items for personal use due to the buildup of waste.

Simpson criticized the council for being vocal about town rates, noting they aggressively remind residents to pay on time, yet appear to neglect the growing rubbish problem in the community.

In defense of the council, Felix Magnus, the council’s executive chairman, acknowledged the residents’ frustrations but explained the council’s collection schedule. He stated that white goods are collected at the end of each month, while other rubbish is collected weekly. He assured residents that all waste would be taken to the Naboro landfill, stating, “We encourage people to put their rubbish on the road for collection, and while it may take some time, we will eventually pick it up.”

Magnus also mentioned that the council has identified local businesses involved in washing machine repairs, which have contributed to illegal dumping. He assured the community that the council is taking action to fine offending businesses to curb this issue.

In summary, while residents are understandably frustrated with the rubbish collection delays, the council is slowly responding to their concerns and taking steps to address the illegal dumping issue. With cooperative efforts from both the council and the community, there is potential for improvement in waste management, leading to a cleaner and healthier environment for residents in Caubati.


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