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Consultation on a review of WA’s Waste Strategy

The Western Australian Waste Authority has commenced a review of the state’s Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030. The waste strategy sets out objectives and […]

SA EPA approves landfill for PFAS disposal

The SA Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has approved PFAS-contaminated solid waste to be disposed of at the Cleanaway Inkerman landfill, north of Adelaide.  This is the […]

First large-scale better project for WA

The Western Australian Government has announced an increase in the waste levy from July 2024. The levy is imposed on waste disposed to landfill in Perth […]

WA EPA report on landfill proposal urges further consultation

The Western Australia Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has delivered its recommendations on a proposal to construct and operate a landfill near York, noting that the consideration […]

Guide for sustainable kerbside services

Green Industries SA, in partnership with the Environment Protection Authority and Local Government Association of South Australia, has released the SA Better Practice Guide: Sustainable Kerbside […]

EPA Victoria blitz to track waste tyre breaches

EPA Victoria has advised that they will target Melbourne businesses suspected of illegally transporting and/or storing waste tyres. These businesses will be the subject of a […]

New integrated waste tracking system to assist QLD, NSW, VIC regulators: Expected completion Aug 2023

The QLD Department of Environment and Science (DES) is working with the NSW EPA to develop a new nationally consistent integrated waste tracking and reporting system […]

Reuse of WA’s food waste for improved farming

The Federal and WA Governments have co-invested $11.25 million for 3 new organic recycling infrastructure projects that are expected to divert up to 275,000 tonnes of […]

Tackling Food Waste

Over 1,500 tonnes of sandalwood nuts are wasted each year. While sandalwood is harvested for its essential oil, most of the edible nuts are left on […]

Draft State Waste Infrastructure Plan for WA – Comment sought

The WA Government has released the Draft State Waste Infrastructure Plan for comment. Long-term planning for waste infrastructure at a state level is the basis of […]

Victorian Container Deposit Scheme: Commencement reminder 1 November 2023

A reminder that the Victorian Container Deposit Scheme is due to commence on 1 November 2023. 

Blitz on construction sites to reduce waste

This year’s Get the Site Right campaign is reminding all construction, builders and developers that they have a critical role to play in reducing environmental impacts […]

QLD Container Deposit Scheme expands 1 November 2023

From 1 November 2023, the QLD Government will expand the container refund scheme to include glass wine and pure spirit bottles. All glass wine and pure spirit […]

Support for SMEs through the new Net Zero Essentials Program

Practical support is now available to small to medium sized businesses (SMEs) in SA to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the new Net Zero Essentials Program. […]

WA’s Waste Authority outcomes of last meeting

The WA Waste Authority has released the outcomes of their latest meeting.  Key outcomes and discussion related to: Draft 2023-24 Business Plan and Action Plan Review […]

Proposal to extend the scope of WA’s Container Deposit Scheme: Comment sought

The WA Department of Water and Environmental Regulation is seeking feedback on a proposal to extend the scope of the WA Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) and […]

Vouchers for residence for free disposal for flood-affected materials

The SA Government is offering vouchers to residents for free disposal of flood-affected materials. The vouchers are available to anyone (residents) impacted by flood waters in […]

State Waste Infrastructure Plan: Comment sought

The WA Government is seeking feedback on the State Waste Infrastructure Plan. The Plan is expected to provide a long-term information framework and principles, to guide […]

On farm tyre registrations deadline 1 July 2023

A new EPA registration for farmers using waste tyres in silage production is expected to help reduce the risk of fire and harm to human health […]

New Container Deposit Scheme for Victoria: Commences 1 November 2023

Victorian Minister for Environment Ingrid Stitt has announced the commencement date of 1 November 2023 for the new Victorian Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). The Minister […]

New trial to transform green waste to soil

The Victorian Minister for Water Harriet Shing has launched a new trial to help reduce carbon emissions by converting household sewage and green waste into biochar, […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Illegal Dumping and Flood Waste Recovery Program

NSW EPA is providing assistance through the Illegal Dumping and Flood Waste Recovery Program to resolve remaining waste issues after the initial emergency clean-up phase that […]

SA Radiation Licensing commencement

Just a reminder that the Radiation Protection and Control Act 2021 commenced in SA on 11 February 2023.   Any persons that use or handle radioactive substances, […]

Open Consultations on Waste, Planning and Environment: Comment sought

The WA Department of Water and Environmental Regulation is seeking comment on the following consultations: Draft State waste infrastructure plan (closes 23 June 2023, 5pm) Planning Scheme […]

Audits of businesses exporting regulated waste material to ensure compliance

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is undertaking audits of entities exporting regulated waste material to ensure they are complying […]

NSW EPA blitz on farmers targeting chemical spray drift

NSW EPA is undertaking a blitz on farmers in Narromine and Warren, NSW as part of a targeted compliance campaign aimed at reducing incidents of spray […]

Further bans for single-use plastic products for SA

In SA, four additional single-use plastic products will be banned from 1 September 2023, that will include: plastic pizza savers plastic-stemmed cotton buds single-use plastic bowls […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Circular Economy Household Education Fund – Round 3

Sustainability Victoria is encouraging Victorian councils to apply for funding under the Circular Economy Household Education Fund – Round 3 that provides financial support to all […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Circular Economy Councils Fund – Round 3

Sustainability Victoria is providing funding under Round 3 of the Circular Economy Councils Fund to Alpine Resorts and Councils to support Victorian local governments to implement […]

Circular Economy Business Support Fund: Round 3

Sustainability Victoria is providing funding under the Circular Economy Business Support Fund – Round 3 to businesses to support projects that improve the capability and capacity […]

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