Homes and businesses in rural areas and townships, including Angle Vale, Virginia and One Tree Hill may not be connected to the SA Water sewer system. Each of these properties require on-site wastewater systems to treat and dispose of effluent from bathrooms, kitchens, laundries and toilets.

Council rates are a form of property tax levied by local governments, which are used to fund services and infrastructure for use by visitors, residents and ratepayers.

Generally, a provision for a driveway is included when a housing estate is developed, along with other infrastructure such as roads, footpaths, electricity, water and sewerage.

‘Nuisance’ can take many forms in the community. Some of these issues fall under Council by-laws, while others will be pursued by other authorities.