A mass tree killing on Sydney Harbour is 'worst act of environmental vandalism' locals have seen (www.abc.net.au)

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I wonder if the fines are enough, assuming they find the people? I've heard that it's cheaper or more profitable to just accept the fines.

Councils can issue a maximum on-the-spot fine of $3,000 for illegal tree removals by individuals, or $6,000 for businesses. Mr Wrightson said the council was getting legal advice about the best course of action, which could include seeking penalties of up to $1 million through a prosecution in the NSW Land and Environment Court.

300 tress x $6000 = $1.8million

That's big if you chopped the trees for one house, but what if you chopped them for 10? Perhaps you would still get more than $180,000 extra each if they had better views?

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[-] [email protected] 15 points 9 months ago

Unobstructed water views are the most highly prized, with some estimating they can add between 30 and 80 per cent to a property's value.

https://daphnesauvage.com/local-news/whats-the-value-of-a-sydney-harbour-view

Well worth the risk as even if the fine is paid in full they'll still make a profit.

[-] [email protected] 10 points 9 months ago

Increase the fines... And build a 15m concrete wall as punishment.

[-] [email protected] 17 points 9 months ago

More aesthetic answer... seize their house as "proceeds of crime", bulldoze it and make a public park in it's place.

[-] [email protected] 9 points 9 months ago

I fully support this!

[-] [email protected] 4 points 9 months ago

Yes, and have them replant both areas by hand. We'll maybe they could have a spade.

[-] [email protected] 6 points 9 months ago

Median price in Lane Cove is $3,135,000 for houses.

[-] [email protected] 2 points 9 months ago

that's why they should be shot instead of fined

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