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If you think your recycling efforts aren’t having much of an impact, have we got news for you! Here are a few facts about how small efforts can make a big difference.

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April 12, 2024

By choosing to reuse/repurpose, we can reduce waste and discover the joy and satisfaction that comes from giving the old a new lease on life. So, grab that bag of shredded paper you thought was destined for the bin, and let’s look at different ways to reuse stuff!

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April 4, 2024

Although digital x-rays are the norm these days, you might still have some of those old-school x-ray films lying around at home.

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March 18, 2024

By now, we’ve all got a pretty good idea about what can and can’t be recycled in our yellow-lid recycling bin. But did you know that there are some items that should never be put in your general waste bin?

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March 5, 2024

If you're wondering whether your supermarket meat tray packaging can go into your yellow top recycling bin, we're afraid the answer is a resounding 'NO!' So, what can you do instead?

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February 19, 2024

Planning a party? Well, now there’s even more to celebrate! There’s an easy way to recycle latex and foil balloons!

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February 5, 2024

It's a great time to get rid of old toys to make room for any new ones that Santa brought. But no one wants to see Bluey or the guys from Paw Patrol go to landfill! Here's how you can give them a second life, even if they are broken.

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January 19, 2024

If you got a shiny new gadget from Santa, don’t be in a rush to discard your old tech. There are plenty of meaningful ways to repurpose or dispose of it responsibly.

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January 11, 2024

With the explosion of streaming services, you may have lots of old CDs and DVDs cluttering up your house. They are unlikely to make the nostalgic comeback that we have seen with vinyl records, so Here's what you can do with them, rather than sending them to landfill.

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January 3, 2024

If you’re having a bit of a declutter and are planning to donate your pre-loved stuff, here’s a look at some of the op shops around Perth and what they can and can’t accept.

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December 7, 2023

The stores have been full of Christmas decorations since October, but you don’t have to buy new stuff to have a Christmassy house. We have some great ideas to decorate your home for the festive season using things you probably already have!

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November 27, 2023

Did you know that during the festive season in Australia, we go through more than 150,000 kilometres of wrapping paper? That's enough to wrap around the Earth's equator almost four times! And guess what? That doesn't even include birthdays or other special occasions throughout the year. But when it comes to recycling, it's not always straightforward.

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November 10, 2023

Ditch the plastic and check out our easy and creative ideas for plastic-free party bags that will leave kids, parents (and our environment) with a big smile on their face!

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November 2, 2023

Did you know that you shouldn't put books into your kerbside recycling bin? The reason is that books are made from more than just paper – there’s glue involved, along with a plastic coating on some book covers. Even if you tear out the pages for recycling, if they have turned brown or yellow, they are a big no-no. Here's what you can do instead.

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October 12, 2023

It's important to remember that just because a container has a recycling symbol (the three arrows making a triangle) it doesn't mean that it can be recycled! It's very confusing, so here's a quick guide to which cartons can go into the recycling bin.

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September 28, 2023

The rules for the phasing out of single use plastics can be a little confusing, so we have some useful information to help! Stage 1 is now complete, and Stage 2 is well underway!

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September 14, 2023

Glass jars are your zero-waste superheroes! They're non-porous, safe, reduce landfill waste, and can save you money. Plus, they're a breeze to clean and reuse.

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August 31, 2023

We all do our best when it comes to recycling – but there are some common mistakes we all make when it comes to our yellow lid recycling bin. Here are the biggest offenders!

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August 22, 2023

Whether you’re old school and hand wash your dishes - or use a trusty dishwasher – here’s how you can recycle some of your dish care packaging.

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August 3, 2023

Whatever your age, there’s nothing nicer than getting together with friends and family at a party. What’s not so nice can be the number of plastic decorations left over at the end of the celebrations.

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July 25, 2023
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