Recycling and waste reduction blog

• Waste reduction
• Reuse
• Second hand
• Avoid

Stepping off the fast fashion treadmill

Posted on: Apr 12, 2024

Fast fashion – mass-produced clothing sold at throwaway prices – has become one of Australia’s biggest environmental problems.

• Household
• Waste reduction
• Reuse
• Avoid

The Sharing Economy 101: Share Sheds

Posted on: Oct 20, 2023

There are many items in people’s homes that sit unused for most of the year, such as a lawnmower, camping equipment, a pasta maker or even a smoke machine.

• Plastic-alternatives
• Waste reduction
• Reuse
• 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.

• Food waste
• Avoid

Make every day a Stop Food Waste Day

Posted on: Apr 26, 2023

Chucking together a ‘use-it up meal’ is a great way to save time, money and food from going to waste. Each year, GREAT Sorts across WA save around $1000 by creating healthy and fresh meals from the things they have in their pantry and fridge.