observes_depths comments on A Muslim leader has warned a councillor opposing the broadcast of the Islamic call to prayer from a Sydney mosque to “keep her mouth shut” about the highly contentious proposal.

A Muslim leader has warned a councillor opposing the broadcast of the Islamic call to prayer from a Sydney mosque to “keep her mouth shut” about the highly contentious proposal. (archive.md)

submitted 3 months ago by Eyekaytee@aussie.zone to c/sydney@aussie.zone

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According to an acoustic consultant’s report, the sound would affect about 20 nearby homes and comply with both Canterbury-Bankstown Council requirements and the NSW Environment Protection Authority’s noise guidelines.

The report found the highest predicted noise level would be 53 decibels – roughly equivalent to the sound of a household refrigerator.

Absolutely taking the piss and who did this noise report? Who installs a bunch of speakers for it to output no louder than a refrigerator? for some reason guardian and ABC not talking about this

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[–] observes_depths@aussie.zone 8 points 3 months ago

I was in Malaysia recently where these broadcasts are common. I won't complain about other cultures but it's pretty annoying. Only 20 houses is a quieter broadcast than over there. But if someone in Australia played loud music or a dog frequently barking that affected 20 neighbours you bet there'd be complaints. In this country, I believe those 20 residents have a right to peace and quiet in their homes.

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