A 26 year old Hunter Valley man has been charged with allegedly burning rubbish in his back yard in Singleton during last night’s total fire ban.
Police issued the man a notice to attend court over the matter.
Total Fire Ban attracts an on the spot fine of $2200. If the matter goes to court, you could be subject to a fine of up to $5500 and/or 12 months gaol.
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