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Update: WA’s Plan for Plastics

Posted on: Jun 4, 2024

Western Australia’s nation-leading Plan for Plastics is now in its third year.

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  • Waste reduction
  • Reuse

Get a taste for low waste - the Wasteless Pantry story

Posted on: Feb 6, 2024

Join the GREAT Sorts in your neighbourhood who embrace low waste living by shopping at their local bulk food store.

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WA's ultimate guide to bulk food shops

Posted on: Feb 6, 2024

As more GREAT Sorts embrace low waste living, bulk food stores are growing in popularity. A bulk food store is a type of grocery shop that specialises in selling a wide variety of food products in bulk bins or dispensers.

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  • Recycling
  • Food waste

South Coogee Primary School's award-winning journey towards sustainability

Posted on: Dec 21, 2023

Over the past 12 years, South Coogee Primary School has earned a reputation as a sustainability champion thanks to their comprehensive school-wide program.

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  • Avoid

Making a difference on World Environment Day: steps for a greener future

Posted on: May 30, 2023

It’s easy for environment and climate issues to feel overwhelming, and to wonder what impact your contribution can make towards a greener, more sustainable world. Luckily, there are plenty of things you and your household can do to play your part and make a difference.

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  • Household
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Your guide on how to thrive during Plastic Free July

Posted on: Jul 13, 2020

If you’re intrigued by Plastic Free July and keen to understand what it is and how you can get involved read on because we’ve put together a concise information guide for you.

  • Plastic-alternatives
  • Household
  • Waste reduction
  • Reuse

Waste Free Wednesdays

Posted on: Jul 13, 2020

Intimidated by the thought of eliminating plastic for a full month? Get into Plastic Free July training early this year by embracing something we like to call Waste Free Wednesday!

  • Plastic-alternatives
  • Waste reduction
  • Reuse
  • Second hand

Smarter ways to shop for clothes

Posted on: Jul 13, 2020

Reducing waste comes in many shapes and sizes – just like fashion.

  • Plastic-alternatives
  • Recycling
  • Waste reduction
  • Reuse

Waging war on single-use plastics

Posted on: Jul 13, 2020

Convenience or environmental disaster? Single-use plastics are ever-present in everyday life. Find out what you can do to reduce them.