Thank you to all of the schools that took part in the ‘SEED Upcycling Challenge’. There were some fantastic entries emailed through and it was absolutely inspiring to see how creative kids can be! The best bit though, is all of that waste that was turned into something useful! A big shout out to our…
An opportunity exists for an experienced Project Coordinator at the North East Waste and Resource Recovery Group, based in Wangaratta. Working as part of a small team, this role will assist in the delivery of a range of projects to support the implementation of ‘Recycling Victoria’ which is the Victorian Government’s Circular Economy Policy. The…
The Victorian Government is introducing a container deposit scheme (CDS) to increase beverage container recycling and reduce litter in Victoria. A container deposit scheme works by applying a small deposit to beverages sold to consumers which covers the cost of recycling. When the empty beverage containers – such as those in plastic, glass bottles and…
Beechworth was named Australia’s most sustainable community at an online event held on 14 October 2020. In addition to this title, Beechworth was also awarded winner of the Dame Phyllis Frost Litter Prevention, Environmental Sustainability – Energy, and Environmental Communication and Engagement category awards. Congratulations to Indigo Shire and the Beechworth community on such a…
Recovery – A future beyond the binNow in its 25thyear, Planet Ark’s National Recycling Week (Monday 9 to Sunday 15 November 2020) provides an important opportunity for councils, workplaces, schools and individuals to improve their recycling knowledge, build better recycling habits and build trust in recycling.
To get involved or for further information plese visit: https://recyclingnearyou.com.au/nationalrecyclingweek/
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