The Town of Victoria Park in Western Australia has decided to ban the mass release of helium balloons at town events. Local residents expressed concerns about their impact on the environment after a council event included a mass release of balloons earlier this year. On April 15th, 2015 council voted 7-1 in favour to the balloon release ban after tow public consulations meeting had been held, showing overwhelming support by the community in the law.
To listen to an interview with Trevor Vaughan – Mayor of the Town of Victoria Park visit theage.com.au
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