Dealing with discarded textiles – the neglected waste problem
For local government bodies that may not yet have developed a strategy or vision for dealing with textile waste, the reasons to do so are myriad and imperative.
9 February, 2023For local government bodies that may not yet have developed a strategy or vision for dealing with textile waste, the reasons to do so are myriad and imperative.
9 February, 2023A Queensland council’s organic waste trial has seen hundreds of tonnes of food and garden waste turned into soil conditioner instead of ending up in landfill.
23 January, 2023A new resource has been released providing practical tips for councils on managing illegal asbestos disposal.
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8 November, 2022The Tasmanian government is seeking a commercial partner to transform end-of life tyres into road surfacing.
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12 October, 2022Making residents feel invested and using collective language can help councils manage changes around waste and recycling.
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