Most Aussie parents know how quickly kids either grow out or wear out of school shoes. They either get handed down or thrown in the rubbish – adding to the millions of shoes that end up in landfill each year. Read more
NT’s proposed waste levy welcomed
News that the Northern Territory government is considering the introduction of a waste levy has been hailed a significant step toward a new era for waste and resource recovery (WARR) in the territory by the Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of Australia (WMRR). Read more
How circular waste management can benefit the environment
A new study shows how circular waste management systems can help to curb emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants. Read more
Sort your rubbish campaign launched
Noosa Council in Queensland has kick-started the year with a new education campaign, encouraging locals to sort their rubbish before heading to the waste facility to save time and money. Read more
Bid to expand SA container deposit scheme
South Australia’s local government sector is calling on the state government to include wine bottles in the container deposit scheme. Read more
Search for social good
New research is unlocking the potential of non-profit and reuse organisations to help create a stronger circular economy. Waste Management Review explains. Read more
Top results from recycling program
Australia’s largest waste and recycling program is improving the environment, according to its latest report card. Read more
Playing the long game
ResourceCo’s ability to look ahead puts it in good stead for future challenges in the waste recovery sector. As detailed by Brad Lemmon, the new CEO of the Recycling and Waste business.
Recyclers welcome recycling and jobs fund
The Australian Council of Recycling (ACOR) welcomes the Queensland Government’s $1.1 billion Recycling and Jobs Fund. Read more
SA leading the world in circular economy
South Australia’s world-leading approach to recycling and waste management is on show with the Global Centre of Excellence in Circular Economy – Circular360’s head office officially opened at Lot Fourteen this week. Read more