New project tackles disaster waste management among remote communities

In the aftermath of natural disasters, communities face issues like hazardous waste management and displacement of those whose homes are impacted. 

16 June, 2025

$2 million for 13 projects to reduce waste

Thirteen Victorian council projects to share state government funding in an effort to reduce waste and boost recycling.

16 October, 2023

City of Newcastle steps up war on waste

City of Newcastle launches series of free workshops designed to encourage a more sustainable lifestyle.

21 August, 2023

$375,000 in penalties for worker underpayments at waste management facilities

Fair Work Ombudsman secures penalties after five workers underpaid almost $200,000 at waste management facilities in Melbourne.

15 August, 2023

Optus Stadium helps create change with new recycling bins

WA stadium installs 460 Containers for Change recycling bins.

25 July, 2023

Coles removes plastic opening from tissue boxes

Packaging change will remove 13 tonnes of plastic from circulation in one year.

29 May, 2023

Bingo trials AI-powered robot spotter

Once fully operational, the robot will take over high-risk tasks currently carried out by recycling centre spotters.

8 May, 2023

Recycling partnership nets $30K for charity

Clean Vibes and not-for-profit KARI Foundation partnership raises $30,000 for charity.

3 May, 2023

Veolia awarded City of Gold Coast recycling contract

Veolia awarded $280m contract to operate several recycling, resource recovery, and waste management facilities.

7 February, 2023

Close the Loop acquires US plastics recycling company

Close the Loop acquires US recycling company for US$4 million.

17 January, 2023

New group to guide Australia’s transition to a circular economy

New group to guide Australia as it transitions to a circular economy by 2030.

28 November, 2022

Former Bingo CEO pleads guilty to aiding and abetting demolition waste price fixing

Former MD and CEO of Bingo Industries enters pleas of guilty to criminal cartel offences.

19 October, 2022