Recycling and waste reduction blog
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- Waste reduction
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Sam’s Spares - 2023 Waste Champion
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
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
Get a taste for low waste - the Wasteless Pantry story
Join the GREAT Sorts in your neighbourhood who embrace low waste living by shopping at their local bulk food store.
- Plastic-alternatives
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
WA's ultimate guide to bulk food shops
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.
- Plastic-alternatives
- Recycling
- Food waste
South Coogee Primary School's award-winning journey towards sustainability
Over the past 12 years, South Coogee Primary School has earned a reputation as a sustainability champion thanks to their comprehensive school-wide program.
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Second hand
Join the repair economy
GREAT Sorts in your neighbourhood put less in their landfill bin by visiting their local repair lab or repair cafe.
- Household
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Avoid
The Sharing Economy 101: Share Sheds
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.
- Recycling
- Waste reduction
- Composting
- Food waste
How to start a sustainability project at your school and get the kids inspired
According to Tim Mangano, the sustainability leader and science teacher at Beeliar Primary School, the key to success lies in taking small steps.
- Household
- Recycling
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Second hand
- Community event
- Food waste
From trash to treasure: give where you live
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.
- Plastic-alternatives
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Avoid
Making a difference on World Environment Day: steps for a greener future
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.