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31 Aug 2026
Preventing neighbourhood noise
Neighbourhood noise, such as noise from alarms, noisy equipment and parties, can be very annoying. Find out how you can prevent noise from being an unpleasant issue and be a good neighbour yourself.
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30 May 2025
Dealing with barking dogs
Barking is one way dogs communicate but excessive barking can disturb neighbours and cause annoyance. Here are some actions you can take to make life better for dogs, dog owners and neighbours.
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31 Aug 2026
Managing noise from intruder alarms
Intruder alarm systems are used in vehicles and buildings to protect against theft, but the noise they make often disturbs neighbours and may result in owners facing legal penalties.
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19 Aug 2026
Seeking noise abatement orders
Noise abatement orders are issued by local courts to stop offensive noise or prevent it from occurring. Find out how to seek a noise abatement order if you decide to deal with noisy neighbours by acting independently of the local council or other regulator.
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31 Aug 2026
Managing motor vehicle noise
It may be from busy traffic, or from an individual vehicle. Learn more about the penalties for different vehicle noise offences, and our advice on reducing the noise from your own vehicle.
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31 Aug 2026
Avoid having noisy vehicle exhaust
Find out how to avoid excessive vehicle exhaust noise, the legal requirements for exhaust systems, and the penalties and inspection process for vehicles that exceed noise limits.
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31 Aug 2026
Reporting noisy motor vehicle exhaust
By reporting noisy exhaust from motor vehicles, you help the EPA minimise people’s exposure to motor vehicle pollution and ensure vehicle owners understand the noise regulations and know what to do to repair their vehicle.
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12 Feb 2024
Transport noise
The EPA helps reduce noise pollution by providing guidance on managing noise from road and rail developments in NSW. Read our policies on transport noise, and learn about our roles in this area.
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14 Jul 2021
Industrial noise
Find out how the EPA safeguards human health and the environment by setting noise limits for industrial premises and construction projects.
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26 Oct 2017
NSW Industrial Noise Policy (2000)
The NSW Industrial Noise Policy (2000) has been replaced by the Noise Policy for Industry (2017).