When a Raincoat Goes Rogue in East Coast Park
Just because a poncho is all‑but‑“single‑use” doesn’t guarantee you can fire it off the curb like a bad souvenir. A family, hopping into a BMW, left a “disposable” splash behind in a public carpark, sparking a classic case of littering that almost feels like a slap‑stick comedy, if it weren’t so real.
Video — The “Trash‑Tossing” Playful
- At 4 pm on Saturday, Nov 12, a family in a BMW set off Left Lot in East Coast Park.
- The clip shows the dad removing his poncho and tossing it onto the ground before taking the wheel.
- Pom‑pom! His honk was almost a laugh as the car pulled away.
Why It’s a Big Deal
Trash‑talk aside, the law’s got a word on it. Under the Environmental Public Health Act, a first‑time offender can face a fine of up to $2,000. Touch that again and the penalty jumps to $4,000—and we’re talking third time? Get a tariff of $10,000.
Lessons for the Rest of Us
- Don’t let your raincoat become the next blockbuster drama.
- Take a million steps forward and pick up your waste.
- If you feel like a local celeb while driving—don’t toss your trashes into the public driveway.
This incident reminds us that tiny, disposable items can make a big legal splash. Keep the park clean, because the next time someone drops a poncho, it could be you who’s paying the bill.
