Industry News
Connecting the industry online
This November, we are set to bring the waste and recycling industry together through our online event. Melissa Clendinen, Product Manager of AWRE, gives a run down on what to expect from the two day interactive online program.
TDS 825 Slow Speed Shredder by Finlay’s Terex Ecotec
The TDS 825 Slow Speed Shredder by Terex Ecotec is suitable for all types of material, such as household waste, bulky waste, commercial and green waste, waste wood, tree stumps and roots.
New recycled glass asphalt guidelines released in NSW
The new guidelines have been released by the NSW Government in the aims of boosting the use of asphalt containing recycled crushed glass on infrastructure projects.
Australian Federal Government Releases Grants to Boost Confidence in Events Industry
Last week the Federal Government announced a welcome $50 million in funding to support the recovery of Australia’s business events industry, following the devastating impact of COVID-19 on our sector. Through the aid of grants and funding, businesses from all areas of the industry, including organisers, venues, and exhibitors, will be encouraged to attend events and trade shows with the new monetary program covering up to 50% of their costs.
Battery collection to be boosted by Battery Stewardship Scheme
Authorisation from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has allowed the Battery Stewardship Council (BSC) to establish and operate a levy scheme to help manage the recycling of all types of expired batteries.
Australia Post joins TechCollect for e-waste disposal scheme
A national e-waste shipping solution has been developed in partnership between Australia Post and TechCollect.
Komatsu waste spec loaders operated by Cleanaway
One of Australia’s leading waste management and recycling companies, Cleanaway, have been operating two Komatsu WA430-6 waste spec loaders for the last year.
Federal Parliament introducing Recycling and Waste Reduction Bill
Seeking to phase out the export of 645,000 tonnes of unprocessed plastic, paper, glass and tyres annually, the Bill has been introduced in 2020.
A multitude of circular presentations
Attendees at this year’s Australasian Waste and Recycling Expo online event will be able to explore a range of unique approaches to resource recovery, including innovations in the e-waste and waste-to-energy sectors.
$10 million commitment by NSW for solar panel recycling
The NSW Government is investing $10 million to boost solar panel recycling in a move to help improve environmental performance in diverting end-of-life solar panel systems from landfill.
