Chemical Damage
Weedkiller and Denial
Environmental Vandalism
Telstra contractors sprayed industrial-strength herbicides around the tower installation without notice, environmental assessment, or regard for neighboring properties. The chemical damage was immediate and extensive.
What makes this worse? They did it knowing Kim is disabled and relies on her garden for food security. This wasn't just environmental damage—it was targeted cruelty.
Environmental Impact Assessment
Plant Life
Severe- •Immediate leaf burn and wilting
- •Root system damage
- •Soil contamination
- •Death of beneficial microorganisms
Animal Life
High- •Toxic exposure through contaminated water
- •Habitat destruction
- •Food chain contamination
- •Reproductive impacts
Human Health
Concerning- •Respiratory irritation
- •Skin contact reactions
- •Groundwater contamination
- •Long-term exposure risks
Water Systems
Critical- •Groundwater infiltration
- •Surface water runoff
- •Aquifer contamination
- •Drinking water risks
What Was Sprayed?
The Chemical Cover-Up
Telstra has refused to disclose exactly what chemicals were used, claiming "commercial confidentiality." This is despite legal requirements for transparency in chemical applications near residential areas.
Likely Chemicals Used:
- • Glyphosate-based herbicides
- • 2,4-D (dichlorophenoxyacetic acid)
- • Triclopyr
- • Surfactants and adjuvants
Health Concerns:
- • Probable carcinogen (WHO Group 2A)
- • Endocrine disruption
- • Respiratory irritation
- • Groundwater contamination
Chemical Application Records
Documentation of what chemicals were used and when
Requested via FOIEnvironmental Impact Assessment
Required assessment before chemical application
Never conductedNeighbor Notification
Required notice to adjacent property owners
Never providedSafety Data Sheets
Chemical safety information and handling procedures
Withheld by TelstraExpert Analysis
Dr. Sarah Mitchell, Environmental Scientist
"The pattern of vegetation death around this installation is consistent with broad-spectrum herbicide application. The lack of environmental assessment before chemical use violates basic environmental protection principles."
University of Sydney, Environmental Science Department
Prof. Michael Chen, Toxicology
"Chemical applications near residential areas require proper notification and safety protocols. The failure to disclose what chemicals were used raises serious transparency and safety concerns."
Australian National University, Medical School
Lisa Thompson, Agricultural Consultant
"The soil contamination visible in these photos will take years to remediate. This level of chemical damage suggests either gross negligence or deliberate over-application."
Rural Environmental Solutions
Legal Violations
Environmental Laws Broken
- • Protection of the Environment Operations Act
- • Pesticides Act 1999 (NSW)
- • Work Health and Safety Act
- • Environmental Planning and Assessment Act
Required But Missing
- • Environmental impact assessment
- • Neighbor notification
- • Chemical disclosure
- • Safety data provision
Protect Your Property
If Chemicals Are Applied
- Document everything with photos/video
- Demand chemical disclosure immediately
- Test soil and water if possible
- Report to EPA and local council
- Seek medical advice if exposed
Prevention Strategies
- Include chemical restrictions in any lease
- Demand environmental assessments
- Require 48-hour advance notice
- Insist on organic alternatives
- Know your legal rights