(1)  The general manager may take the necessary action to abate a nuisance if–

(a) there is an immediate danger to any person or property; or

(b) the person causing the nuisance cannot be ascertained or found; or

(c) an abatement notice has not been complied with.

(2)  If the general manager takes action under subsection (1) , the general manager is to notify the owner and occupier of the land on, or from which, the nuisance arises accordingly.

(3)  For the purpose of abating a nuisance under subsection (1) , the general manager may authorise a person to–

(a) enter and remain on any land; and

(b) close off or fence any place; and

(c) do anything reasonably necessary for that purpose.

(4)  The council may charge the owner or occupier of land for the cost of any action taken under subsection (1) .

(5)  A charge under subsection (4) is a charge on the land and is recoverable in the same manner as rates and charges.