The Senate yesterday passed the Recycling and Waste Reduction Act 2020, Australia's first ever national waste legislation.
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Recycling and Waste Reduction Bill introduced into Federal parliament
The Federal Government has introduced the Recycling and Waste Reduction Bill 2020 into parliament.
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Inquiry probes nation’s waste reduction and recycling policies
A Senate inquiry will examine the effectiveness of the Federal Government’s waste reduction and recycling policies in delivering a circular economy.
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WA Govt fund $1M in grants for waste reduction and recycling
More than $1 million will be shared between 16 WA organisations to boost recycling and improve waste management.
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Council waste program recognised in industry awards
Macedon Ranges Shire Council programs driving waste reduction measures and sustainable agriculture practices have been announced as finalists in the 2024 LGPro Awards for Excellence.
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Report calls for bigger and better solar panel recycling centres
A new report on solar panel recycling has recommended a raft of measures including the establishment of large waste facilities in five big Australian cities by 2027.
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Timely waste data key to meeting targets: MRA Consulting
MRA Consulting Group Managing Director Mike Ritchie explains why timely waste data is key to meeting national targets.
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B-cycle battery recycling scheme under review
The Battery Stewardship Council (BSC) has announced a review of B-cycle, Australia’s government authorised battery recycling scheme.
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Sustainable Generation and the options for aerated static pile composting
Capital and operational costs, along with stormwater and leachate control, are critical in organic waste processing. Sustainable Generation’s Chief Executive Officer Scott Woods discusses the options for aerated static pile composting.
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Diamond Z grinders: Rugged and durable
Manufacturer Diamond Z has the experience and knowledge to offer one of the toughest horizontal grinders on the market.
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Victorian council launches vape recycling trial
The City of Port Phillip in Victoria is helping residents safely dispose of vapes.
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Applied Machinery: Real-world recycling solutions
Applied Machinery is using its global partnerships to bring the latest recycling solutions to Australia.
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Have your say on Victoria’s waste to energy regulations
Feedback is being sought on the proposed waste to energy regulations and Regulatory Impact Statement for Victoria’s thermal waste to energy cap licensing system.
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Plastic packaging waste tax could raise billions
New research from the Australia Institute shows a European Union-style tax on plastic packaging could raise nearly $1.5 billion each year.
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$250,000 for community education waste reduction programs
Western Australian businesses, local governments and community groups will share in $250,000 in funding to encourage the community to do better than the bin and help make landfill the last resort.
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Roadmap to reduce plastic waste in India released
Two thirds of all plastics used in India could be recycled and single-use plastics phased out altogether by 2035, according to a new circular economy roadmap led by CSIRO.
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Waste award winners lead the way
The 2023 Waste Innovation and Recycling Awards honoured experienced companies and newcomers to the industry, and provided organisations an opportunity to share ideas and celebrate the triumphs. Waste
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GT Recycling expands plastic recycling plant
GT Recycling in Geelong has pressed the button on a new flexible plastics recycling line that has been years in the making.
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Waste industry on track for zero emissions
Australia’s waste and recycling industry is doing the heavy lifting to drive down greenhouse gas emissions.
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Focus on AFGC soft plastics recycling scheme
The future of soft plastics recycling in Australia is taking shape as the Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) works with the entire packaging supply chain to create a national scheme supported by business, government and consumers.
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