Litter is one of the most visible signs of pollution in the community.
It poses a threat to wildlife, particularly marine creatures, whilst littering of cigarette butts from motor vehicles can cause bushfires. It is a health hazard, particularly where injecting equipment is concerned. A lessening of civic pride and the creation of a public domain that is unpleasant. The creation of litter is a widespread problem, there are a wide range of tools for dealing with it and an equally large number of organisations that are responsible for controlling it. It requires an effective mix of policy responses and actions to achieve these objectives.