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The QLD Department of Environment and Science is seeking feedback on the following draft End of Waste (EOW) codes: Draft End of Waste Code—Anaerobic Digestion Digestate Consultation […]
Changes commenced on 1 December 2021 to the Environment Protection Regulations 2009 that relates to how the solid waste levy is collected from landfills. The changes include: A […]
EPA SA has announced that it will waive the solid waste levy to all primary producers whose properties and crops were affected by severe storms in […]
EPA SA is sending a clear message to all waste transporters and waste facility operators of the need to correctly record, report and dispose of soils […]
SA Government is seeking your comment on what single-use plastic items might next be considered for prohibition. A new discussion paper, ‘Turning the Tide: The Future […]
The WA Government is seeking expressions of interest from local government for funding under the Better Bins Plus: Go FOGO Program. The Better Bins Plus: Go […]
The WA Government is providing grants to organisations to assist them to develop infrastructure to process organic waste. The funding will be matched by the Commonwealth […]
The Federal Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment is seeking nominations for products and materials to be added to the 2022-23 Minister’s priority list. Each […]
EPA Victoria has released for drivers and receivers of waste, a form to record information when they are unable to connect to Waste Tracker. To use […]
EPA Victoria has released an updated factsheet on the safe disposal of single-use personal protective equipment (PPE) items such as face masks, gloves and aprons – […]
The Plastic Reduction and Circular Economy Act 2021 was passed in the NSW Parliament on 16 November 2021. The legislation now bans certain plastics. Details about […]
Asbestos is present in numerous Australian homes and buildings and therefore it is important to know where to look for it and think twice before renovating […]
The NSW Government has released five programs to help deal with waste and damage in the ongoing clean up from the 2019-20 bushfires. The five individual […]
From 1 December 2021, the Reef protection regulations will continue to roll-out in more QLD regions and with new requirements for grazing in the Fitzroy and […]
WA’s Waste Authority held its November meeting on 10 November 2021. Key outcomes of the meeting are as follows: The release of the FOGO Step-by-Step Guide and a […]
Australia’s ban on the export of whole baled waste tyres will commence on 1 December 2021 and exporters requiring a licence to continue to export tyres overseas […]
WorkSafe Victoria has released the proposed Lead Compliance Code on behalf of the Victorian Government for comment. The Code provides practical guidance for those who have […]
The Victorian Department of Environment, Land Water and Planning (DELWP) is conducting a Survey on the number and uses of waste tyres on farms and how farmers […]
Sustainability Victoria has available grants to businesses (local and international) and local governments through Recycling Victoria Infrastructure Fund – Hazardous Waste Stream (Round 2) that have […]
An independent review of the EPA’s Resource Recovery Framework is underway. The Resource Recovery Framework aims to divert materials derived from waste away from landfill and […]
NSW EPA sends warning to all businesses and construction sites stating – “All businesses and construction sites must make sure dirt, dust or sediment does not […]
Funding is available under the Remanufacture NSW – Regional and Remote Recycling Moderisation Fund that offers NSW organisations in regional and remote areas the opportunity to […]
SW EPA is reminding NSW farmers, councils and anyone that uses herbicides and pesticide sprays to be mindful of spray drift to avoid potential damage to […]
New laws have been introduced for debate before the Victorian Parliament. The Circular Economy (Waste Reduction and Recycling) Bill 2021 (Vic) will become available via Victorian […]
Round 2 of the Recycling Victoria Councils Fund is now open and will be separated into two streams, with the feasibility stream opening first in October […]
The Recycling Victoria Organics Sector Transformation Fund supports the diversion of organic waste from landfill and the enhancement of end markets for recycled organics across the […]
The Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) is seeking the views of the Mallacoota, Omeo and Corryong community regarding renewable energy solutions. DELWP […]
Circular Economy Business Innovation Centre (CEBIC) is seeking applications from collaborative projects that aim to design out waste to improve environmental and economic outcomes for Victoria. […]
The NSW EPA has released a range of grants relating to litter prevention and management. These grants are made available under a broader litter management initiative […]
In early 2020, the Federal, State and Territory governments agreed, through COAG, that the export of waste will be regulated by the Federal Government for the […]
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