Extremely useful local community tips

Although aerosol cans are made from aluminium, they cannot go into your kerbside recycling bin or general waste bin. So, what can you do with them? Read on.

Every year in Australia, an estimated 100 million disposable razors end up in landfill. So, how can you avoid being part of this massive problem? Read on.

You may have noticed that a lot of places which previously collected plastic lids are no longer accepting them. This is because the business which used to process most of the lids is no longer operating. So, what can you do with them?

Now you can look great – and feel great - by recycling the packaging from your beauty items rather than sending them to landfill. Here’s how.

We all love it when we get the latest shiny new computer or TV with all the bells and whistles. But what do you do with your old ones? Here are some ideas for recycling electronic waste or giving it a second life.

While we can avoid many types of plastic and packaging – it’s more difficult to do this when it comes to caring for our teeth and gums. The good news is that there is now a way to recycle your toothbrushes, toothpaste tubes and floss containers.

If you have expired or unwanted medicines lurking in the back of your cupboards, it is really important to dispose of them correctly. Here’s why and how.

Have you ever wondered why your containers must be clean and empty to be recycled? And exactly how clean do they need to be? We’ve got the answers.

It turns out the skin care industry is not so attractive when it comes to looking after our planet. But thankfully, there are little steps you can take to make your skin care routine more environmentally friendly.

You may think it’s perfectly safe to send food waste to landfill. After all, it will break down, right? Unfortunately, it’s not that simple.

Light bulbs are one item that every household uses. Some contain hazardous materials, so it’s important they are disposed of responsibly when they reach the end of their life.

Being environmentally responsible can sometimes feel a little overwhelming. The best thing is to start small, so here are 7 simple things you can do to make a difference.

***PLEASE NOTE*** The REDcycle program has been paused temporarily. Please visit redcycle.net.au for more information.

On average people upgrade their glasses every two years. This means the number of discarded spectacles ending up in landfill is growing every year.

Wrapping your head around recycling can be hard. While most of us think that we know what we are doing, research shows that 94% of us are recycling at least one product incorrectly. 

Upgrading your electrical appliances? Or maybe you’ll get something new for Christmas. Either way, your old electrical appliances should never go into your general waste bin. Here’s what you do with them instead

With all the waste, Christmas isn't great for the environment. But it isn't all doom and gloom. We can all help to reduce the environmental impact of Christmas in small ways, starting with how we package our gifts.

When you see a bargain $5 T-shirt, it might seem like a great buy, but there is a greater cost that you can’t see.

With the end of the school term looming, your kids will probably come home with a bag full of left-over stationery. Some of it will be unused and some only partially used, but the good news is, these items can help kids who sometimes miss out.

It’s easy to assume that plastic labelled ‘biodegradable’ or ‘compostable’ will be better for the environment, but that isn’t necessarily so.