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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.
- Household
- Recycling
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Second hand
- Community event
- Food waste
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.
- Household
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
WA’s ultimate repair lab and repair cafe guide
Posted on: Mar 30, 2023
GREAT Sorts in your neighbourhood put less in their landfill bin by finding their local repair lab or repair cafe.
- Household
Disposing of COVID-19 waste generated in the home
Posted on: Jun 22, 2022
You can take steps to dispose of the waste associated with managing COVID-19 in the home.
- Plastic-alternatives
- Household
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
- Community event
Your guide on how to thrive during Plastic Free July
Posted on: Jul 13, 2020
If you’re intrigued by Plastic Free July and keen to understand what it is and how you can get involved read on because we’ve put together a concise information guide for you.
- Household
- 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
- Household
- Recycling
What is FOGO?
Posted on: Jul 13, 2020
You might have heard the term “FOGO” pop up in the past year when discussion turns to waste, but do you know what it actually means?
- Plastic-alternatives
- Household
- Waste reduction
- Reuse
Waste Free Wednesdays
Posted on: Jul 13, 2020
Intimidated by the thought of eliminating plastic for a full month? Get into Plastic Free July training early this year by embracing something we like to call Waste Free Wednesday!
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- Household
- Waste reduction
- Composting
The composting process
Posted on: Jul 13, 2020
Composting is nature’s way of recycling – GREAT Sorts call it earth-cycling. It’s the process of turning natural scraps (think food scraps, leaves and paper) into nutrient-rich compost which will help your garden and soil thrive.