Tag: recycling
Holbrook locals encouraged to recycle and earn with Return and Earn
Residents in Holbrook are being encouraged to take part in the Return and Earn scheme this April by recycling eligible drink containers at the Holbrook Sporting Complex.
STEPS Pathways Charity boosts recycling efforts with Containers for Change
STEPS Pathways Charity has intensified its recycling efforts through a renewed partnership with Strong Street Recyclers, supporting the Queensland-wide Containers for Change initiative.
Productivity Commission report calls for urgent national battery recycling reform
The Productivity Commission’s interim report, Australia’s Circular Economy: Unlocking the Opportunities, has reinforced the call for nationally harmonised battery recycling regulations, highlighting critical gaps in Australia’s current framework.
NSW funds $1.25M in research to tackle plastic waste crisis
The NSW Government has allocated $1.25 million to fund three research projects aimed at addressing plastic pollution and advancing solutions for waste management.
13 billion drink containers returned through NSW’s Return and Earn scheme
The NSW Return and Earn scheme has reached a major milestone, surpassing 13 billion drink containers returned through its network since the program’s inception.
Container Deposit Scheme grows with new Reverse Vending Machine in Melbourne
The Victorian Government has expanded its Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) with the introduction of a large Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) at Federation Square’s Russell Street Extension, making it easier for residents, workers, and visitors in Melbourne’s CBD to recycle bottles and containers.
New CSIRO program fuels SME research in sustainable practices
The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) has announced its latest initiative to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working in the recycling and circular economy sectors.
New ‘takes all’ machine revolutionises recycling in St Marys
St Marys residents can now enjoy a faster, simpler way to recycle with the launch of a new “takes all” Return and Earn machine, designed to streamline the recycling process.
Organics recycling facility to bolster sustainability in Tamworth
Tamworth is set to gain a state-of-the-art Organics Recycling Facility (ORF) that aims to meet the region’s community and agricultural needs while aligning with New South Wales’ mandate to recycle organic material by 2030.
New upgrade simplifies recycling in Narrandera
The Return and Earn program has introduced an innovative “takes all” trial at the Narrandera Recycling Return and Earn machine, eliminating the need for pre-sorting eligible drink containers.
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 to make Brisbane debut
Australia’s leading advanced manufacturing showcase, Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW), is set to return in 2026, marking its first-ever event in Brisbane.
