EPA Victoria has withdrawn a notice from July 10, which banned SKM Services from accepting recyclable material its Laverton North site.
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NSW EPA releases action plan to tackle charity dumping
The NSW EPA has released an Action Plan to tackle illegal dumping at charity bins and shopfronts to improve support given to the state’s charitable recyclers.
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UK government targets microplastic pollution from cars
The UK government is tackling the impact of particulate and plastic pollution from brakes, tyres and road wear.
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SKM says EPA did not give enough notice before restricting waste entering Laverton North site
An SKM Services representative has expressed disappointment after claiming the EPA Victoria did not give it enough notice prior to restricting recyclable waste materials from entering its Laverton North site.
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New appointments to WA Waste Authority strengthens waste management goals
The Western Australian Waste Authority has appointed five new members for three-year terms, which Environment Minister Stephen Dawson said reaffirmed the state’s focus on waste management.
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Federal Court dismisses ACCC’s claim that Woolworths’ eco range is misleading
The Federal Court of Australia has determined biodegradable and compostable products made by Woolworths’ were not false or misleading – a concern raised by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
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Indonesia to send 210 tonnes of waste back to Australia
More shipments of waste are coming back to Australia after Indonesian officials announced 210 tonnes of waste will be shipped back due to contamination.
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South Australia takes steps to banning single-use plastic straws, cutlery and stirrers
South Australia is set to be the first state in Australia to ban multiple single-use plastic items such as plastic straws, cutlery, and stirrers.
Public comment sought on Circular Economy Policy issues paper in Victoria
The Victorian government has released an issues paper on the Circular Economy Policy for public comment.
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Shampoo containers used to make prosthetic arms in Sunshine Coast
A Sunshine Coast-based company is collecting used shampoo containers to make prosthetic arms for children, which has the Queensland government urging more businesses to support the reuse of products.