You can call EPA and either leave a message with your details on our recorded service for smoky vehicles or call direct to an officer. Your details are confidential and will not be released. A smoky vehicle sighting from the public will not result in a fine. The owner of the vehicle will be notified that their vehicle has been reported as polluting and to have the vehicle repaired as soon as possible. My neighbour has a very smoky fireplace.
Wood heaters are okay if they are used properly.
Unfortunately, people often don't realise that their wood fire can be a real nuisance to their neighbours, reducing visibility and causing discomfort for people with respiratory problems. In fact, in winter wood fires are a major source of air pollution in Melbourne, emitting fine particles which are known to be a health concern. When wood is completely burned it leaves carbon dioxide, water vapour and ash residue. If not burned properly, wood fires can emit smoke, soot, odours and a range of toxic compounds. If you are affected by one wood fire in particular, the best approach would be to talk to your neighbour and try to explain the problem, in friendly terms, with your neighbour.