Recycling and waste reduction blog


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What is FOGO?

Posted on: Dec 2, 2024

When putting out the bins across Perth and the South West, a fancy new word has been added to bin night conversation – “FOGO”.

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Where does my waste go?

Posted on: Nov 4, 2024

Find out where your waste actually goes.

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  • Recycling

Recycling: a back-to-basics guide for using your kerbside bin

Posted on: Oct 16, 2024

Tips on what you can and can’t place in your kerbside recycling bin if you live in Western Australia. This back-to-basics article will help you to recycle better.

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  • Waste reduction
  • Reuse

Sam’s Spares - 2023 Waste Champion

Posted on: Feb 9, 2024

Samuel Thomas is the founder of Sam's Spares, a not-for-profit organisation that accepts old computers, laptops, and phones for reuse.

  • Plastic-alternatives
  • 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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  • Waste reduction
  • Composting
  • Food waste

How to start a sustainability project at your school and get the kids inspired

Posted on: Jul 18, 2023

According to Tim Mangano, the sustainability leader and science teacher at Beeliar Primary School, the key to success lies in taking small steps.

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From trash to treasure: give where you live

Posted on: Jul 14, 2023

If you’ve ever tried to declutter your place, you may have found yourself a little unsure about where to find the best homes for your pre-loved items.

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  • Recycling
  • Waste reduction
  • Reuse
  • Second hand

What to do with old clothes you can't donate

Posted on: Jul 13, 2020

Not all used clothes will be good enough to donate to charity. Here are nine creative ways to recycle and repurpose old clothes and textiles, avoiding sending them straight to landfill when you can’t donate them

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  • Waste reduction

'Taking-away' the recycling confusion

Posted on: Jul 13, 2020

There’s a lot of confusion about what take-away items can and can’t be recycled. Find the answers to common questions.