Recycling and waste reduction blog
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Join the repair economy
Posted on: Dec 21, 2023
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
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.
- Recycling
- Waste reduction
- Composting
- Food waste
How to start a sustainability project at your school and get the kids inspired
Posted on: Jul 18, 2023
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
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.
- 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.
- Waste reduction
- Community event
How to create a low waste event without wasting the fun
Posted on: Apr 11, 2023
16,000 GREAT sorts attended the East Fremantle George Street Festival last December with less than 40kg of waste sent to landfill.
- 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.