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National Waste and Resource Recovery report for 2024: Released

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has announced the release of the updated National Waste and Resource Recovery report 2024.  The […]

Waste export data – January to June 2024: Released

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has released the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) waste export data collation for January to June […]

New Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS): New product nominations sought

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking to expand the range of products regulated under the Water Efficiency Labelling and […]

Establishing a monitoring and reporting framework for carbon impacts and recycled materials in public infrastructure projects: Comment sought

NSW EPA is seeking feedback on the establishment of a monitoring and reporting framework for carbon impacts and recycled materials use in public infrastructure projects. NSW […]

Determine current use of Biosolids as a fertilizer in agriculture: NSW EPA campaign

NSW EPA has commenced a compliance campaign to determine current use of biosolidsas a fertilizer in agriculture.  This campaign will look at compliance with existing requirements […]

No Waste Levy for storm affected areas

No waste levy will apply to certain storm affected areas in NSW for a 6 week period to support communities impacted by recent storms. The items […]

Submissions sought for proposed new End of Waste codes

On an annual basis, the QLD Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation seeks  submissions on the development of new End of Waste (EOW) codes […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Circular grant funding announced

Green Industries SA has announced 2 grant funding programs that are focused on transitioning SA to a more circular economy:   Circular Infrastructure Grants Circular Infrastructure […]

Plan for Plastics exemption: Information sheet

The WA Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) has released an information sheet that provides clearer information on the exemption criterial that must be met […]

Regional and remote locations to obtain support with e-waste transport costs

The WA Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) is providing up to $766,000 to assist regional and remote local governments with the transportation costs of […]

Latest waste and recycling data and trends for WA published

WA’s Waste Authority released latest Waste and recycling in Western Australia 2022-23 – Data and trends report that shows data and trends in waste recovery and disposal […]

Progress on WA’s e-waste ban to landfill

The Waste Authority received an update on the progress and implementation on e-waste ban to landfill in WA, that came into effect on 1 July 2024. […]

Safe disposal of lithium-ion batteries

There are concerns that lithium-ion batteries that are not disposed of correctly, may place people and facilities at risk.   Incorrectly disposing of lithium-ion batteries can […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: E-waste Infrastructure Grants Program

The WA Government implemented a statewide ban on e-waste disposal to landfill on 1 July 2024.   E-waste includes items with a plug, battery or cord, […]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Round 2 of Carbon Innovation Grants: Program opens

The WA Government is providing funding through Round 2 of the Carbon Innovation Grants Program to support WA heavy industries to transition to net zero carbon […]

New waste funding for SA Councils

Green Industries SA has announced two new funding opportunities for Councils to manage waste –  The Council Modernisation funding for councils is expected to improve waste management […]

Recycled Water Roadmap for NSW: Comment sought

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking inputs on the draft New South Wales Recycled Water Roadmap.   The Department is […]

New Factsheet on Managing Plastic Feedstock: Released

EPA Victoria has released a new Fact Sheet on Managing plastic feedstock.     Plastic feedstock is the raw material such as flakes, powder, recycled chips and […]

Export of waste from Australia data – January to June 2024

The Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has released information that shows data on waste exported from Australia – January to June […]

Monitoring and testing for PFAS in organic material processing: Information Sheet Released

The QLD Government has released an Information sheet on Monitoring and testing for PFAS in organic material processing (composting) to assist composting operators to comply with […]

Pollution washes up as blackballs on NSW beaches

NSW EPA has been working closely with NSW Maritime, Randwick City Council and scientists to determine the origin of thousands of black balls that washed up […]

Circular Economy Risk, Consequence and Contingency Plan: Released

Recycling Victoria released the Circular Economy Risk, Consequence and Contingency Plan (CERCC Plan) that came into force on 9 May 2024.  It is an annual, state-wide […]

NEW GUIDELINES: Responsible Entity Risk, Consequence and Contingency Plan

Recycling Victoria has prepared guidance and resources to support responsible entities to prepare their Responsible Entity Risk, Consequence and Contingency Plan.   The Guidelines provide comprehensive […]

Victorian Recycling Infrastructure Plan

Recycling Victoria has released the Victorian Recycling Infrastructure Plan that provides Victorian circular economy investors with a road map to guide decision-making on waste, recycling and […]

Managing plastic feedstock information sheet: Released

EPA Victoria has released the Managing plastic feedstock fact sheet to assist industry with its obligations.     Plastic feedstock is the raw material such as flakes, […]

Proposed variation to Wastewater method: Comment sought

The Emissions Reduction Assurance Committee is seeking your feedback on the proposed variation to the wastewater method. The proposed change will extend the crediting period for […]

Circular Economy Resource Report and Kerbside Waste Performance Report: Released

Green Industries SA (GISA) has released the Circular Economy Resource Recovery Report (CERRR) 2022–23.Each year, Green Industries SA measures recovery and disposal activity in SA to assess […]

Draft action paper on NSW Plastics – the Way Forward: Comment sought

NSW EPA is seeking feedback on actions and timeframes proposed in the draft action paper – NSW Plastics: The Way Forward.  In some cases, using plastic […]

PFAS and safe drinking water: Information, updates and proposed guidelines

The NSW Government is working to ensure we continue to provide safe drinking water to the people of NSW.   On 21 October 2024, the National […]

Victorian Recycling Infrastructure Plan

Recycling Victoria has released the Victorian Recycling Infrastructure Plan 2024 (VRIP) that provides circular economy investors with a contemporary road map to guide decision-making on waste, […]

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