Soft plastics still a problem in recycling bins
02 November, 2018Plastic bags and soft plastic remain the largest problem items in recycling bins, according to a survey of randomly selected bins by Willoughby City Council.
Queensland Containers for Change scheme launches
01 November, 2018 | Supplied by: TOMRA Collection Solutions AustraliaQueensland residents are now able to claim 10c per eligible container returned at any recycling centres launched as part of the Queensland Containers for Change scheme.
Frasers Property wants your waste management pitches
30 October, 2018 | Supplied by: Frasers Property AustraliaFrasers Property is aiming to create the world's most sustainable shopping centre at Burwood Brickworks in Melbourne, requiring a focus on innovative waste minimisation.
EfW inquiry: NSW govt's response "disappointing", says WMAA
23 October, 2018 | Supplied by: Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of AustThe Energy from Waste (EfW) Technology Parliamentary Inquiry was established to inquire into matters relating to the waste disposal industry in NSW.
OPEC Systems Shoreline Responders Course
22 October, 2018 | Supplied by: OPEC Systems Pty LtdThe OPEC Systems Shoreline Responders Course is a nationally accredited marine pollution remediation course, suitable for traditional land owners as well as employees from local government and ports and harbours.
Ocean Cleanup system launched from San Francisco
22 October, 2018System 001, deployed by The Ocean Cleanup, is designed to be propelled by wind and waves, allowing it to passively catch and concentrate plastic debris in front of it.
When recycling makes cents
08 October, 2018 by Richard Fine* | Supplied by: BioPakEliminating separate waste streams can save on costs and improve recycling rates by 25%.
Consumers lack confidence in Aus recycling services
05 October, 2018The effectiveness of recycling services across Australia is being seriously questioned, according to a new survey from UNSW Sydney.
Richmond roads paved with plastic and glass
28 September, 2018 | Supplied by: Alex Fraser RecyclingAlex Fraser Group was engaged by the City of Yarra to undertake some road resurfacing utilising its PolyPave asphalt product, which contains recycled materials.
Sceptical reception for new packaging targets, recycling label
27 September, 2018The Greens have expressed criticism over the 2025 Packaging Targets, while the WMAA calls the Australasian Recycling Label a missed opportunity.
National Packaging Targets announced, recycling label launched
26 September, 2018Business and government have united for the launch of Australia's 2025 National Packaging Targets and the Australasian Recycling Label.
Waste-to-energy facility to be built in Queensland
25 September, 2018 | Supplied by: Remondis Australia Pty LtdRemondis Australia's $400 million waste-to-energy facility, to be located in Swanbank, will be able to process upwards of 500,000 tonnes of waste per year.
A 're-usable society' is just as important as a recycling one
21 September, 2018 by David Singh* | Supplied by: Re.Group Pty LtdThe community needs to understand how the recycling sector operates and the challenges it faces to ensure its long-term survival.
Fujitsu Smart eWaste bin
21 September, 2018 | Supplied by: Fujitsu AustraliaFujitsu's Smart eWaste bin sits in an organisation's office and is equipped with IoT sensors that monitor the fill levels. When the bin is full, Fujitsu's recycling partner arrives on-site to swap out an inner bin and is gone again in moments.
