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Singleton tip reopens Jan 12 after rubbish fire
The Singleton Waste Management Facility will reopen on Monday following a major tip face fire in late December. Council crews worked around the clock on remediation. Read the latest updates.
Manufacturers Blamed for Australia's Packaging Crisis
A new report reveals manufacturers are failing to meet recycling targets, creating 1.2 million tonnes of packaging waste. Discover the culprits and the urgent call for reform.
Singleton tip fire smoulders, council warns on bin items
A major fire at Singleton's Waste Management Facility continues to burn, forcing its closure. Council urges residents to never put batteries or gas bottles in kerbside bins. Read the latest updates.
Illegal tyre graveyard sparks $100k clean-up dispute
A massive illegal tyre dump discovered near Townsville is an environmental time bomb. A standoff over who pays the $100,000 clean-up bill leaves the hazard untouched. Full story.
Singleton waste facility fire spreads smoke on NYE
A rubbish fire at the Singleton waste management facility blanketed parts of the Hunter region in smoke on December 31. Follow live updates and safety alerts.
Awaba Waste Facility Expansion Awarded to Daracon
Lake Macquarie City Council awards Daracon Group the contract to expand the Awaba Waste Management Facility, adding over a decade of capacity for 220,000 residents. Construction starts 2026.
ACT Christmas Recycling Guide: What Goes in Which Bin
Canberra residents urged to recycle responsibly over the holidays. Learn what wrapping paper, cards & packaging can go in the yellow bin, plus Christmas collection changes.
Christmas bin collection changes for Illawarra
Wollongong and Shellharbour councils announce altered bin collection schedules over Christmas. Find out your new collection days and extra recycling services.
Cut Christmas Food Waste & Save Money: OzHarvest's Top Tips
OzHarvest chef reveals 5 simple tips to reduce festive food waste, saving households money and keeping edible food out of landfill. Learn how to transform leftovers and use ingredients fully.
Skip bin screening proposal dumped in City of Canning
A push to conceal large skip bins from public view in the City of Canning has been rejected by council. The on-call service sees 1500 bins used monthly. Read the debate.
Wollongong's $140M waste contract awarded to Remondis
Wollongong City Council has finalised a new seven-year domestic waste management contract worth over $140 million with Remondis, starting July 2027. Read the details of the deal.
DPS Secretary vows overhaul of troubled agency
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
Australians lose trust in supermarkets, buy direct from farms
A major shift is underway as Australians abandon supermarkets for direct farm purchases. New data reveals a crisis of confidence in food origin, quality, and waste. Discover the sustainable alternatives.
New data reveals Hunter's escalating homelessness crisis
New government data shows specialist homelessness services in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are supporting almost nine people daily. Advocates warn the system is at breaking point.
Cairns Council signs $90m garbage contract
Cairns Regional Council has finalised a new 10-year, $90 million waste collection contract with Cleanaway. The deal promises improved services and new jobs for the region.
Taxpayer fury over $20k hotel bed checks by Future Fund
Revelations of 'eye-watering' travel bills for public officials, including $20,000 trips to inspect hotel beds, expose a culture of entitlement as households struggle. Read the full investigation.
Serendipity Support Services: Empowering Illawarra Disability Community
Illawarra's Serendipity Support Services marks International Day of People with Disability, offering participant-centred care, SIL homes, and community programs. Discover their family-run approach.
Man found hiding at Townsville dump after police pursuit
Darrell Charles Clarke was arrested at a Stuart waste facility after fleeing police. The 39-year-old faces multiple charges including dangerous driving. Read the full story.
Magnetic Island elderly lose vital care services
Elderly Magnetic Island residents face crisis as essential care provider ends services. Community demands immediate government action to fill critical gap.
Tamala Park landfill closure plan advances
Mindarie Regional Council submits crucial applications to close Tamala Park landfill by 2028-29, addressing leachate management and odour control for northern suburbs residents.
Ponant cuts cruise emissions and plastic waste
Ponant's 2024 Sustainability Report reveals a 14% drop in CO2 emissions and zero single-use plastics. Discover their path to net zero by 2050.
Surf Coast's $12M Anglesea tip rehabilitation cost
Surf Coast Shire confronts a $12 million rehabilitation bill for the Anglesea tip site. Council explores funding options as community awaits solutions. Read more.
Kaiser Reef Turns Gold Waste into Cash in Victoria
Kaiser Reef is unlocking value from historic gold waste dumps at its Maldon project in Victoria, with drilling planned to convert old material into a JORC resource and feed its processing plant.
Emergency Services Respond to Bushland Beach Crash
Emergency services rushed to a vehicle crash in Bushland Beach, Townsville. Multiple crews responded to the incident on Sunday afternoon. Read the latest updates.
AI surveillance targets Kiama's deadly fishing spots
Artificial intelligence cameras now monitor Kiama's dangerous rock platforms after 11 fishing deaths in 15 years. The technology alerts emergency services when someone is swept into the water.
First WA Community Food Centre Planned for Balga
Vinnies plans to build WA's first Community Food Centre in Balga, providing free meals, workshops, and support services to combat food insecurity. A new approach to community support.
Winyama Contracting Group Claims AIMWA Pinnacle Award
Indigenous-owned Winyama Contracting Group secures the prestigious AIMWA Pinnacle Award, celebrating excellence in digital innovation and Indigenous business leadership across Australia.
$158M Perth Youth Detention Centre for 2028
WA government reveals design for $158 million high-security youth detention facility, but Unit 18 won't close until 2028. Get the latest on Perth's justice reforms.
Kiama bin collection changes won't happen quickly
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud addresses concerns about proposed waste collection changes, confirming no immediate changes to bin services. Full community consultation planned.
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