Community reports can play an important role in the EPA’s investigation of odours.
The EPA is taking a comprehensive regulatory approach to ensure the environmental impacts of logging in burnt landscapes...
Community updates on issues currently being managed by the EPA.
The NSW Government has announced the NSW Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy 2041 Stage 1: 2021-2027 and NSW Plastics...
Our first Regulatory strategy outlines our purpose, guiding principles and approach to improving the environment and human...
The EPA and other NSW Government agencies are undertaking the largest clean-up in the state’s history of our shorelines...
The use of pesticides to control mice is necessary given the devastating impacts that the mouse plague is having on people,...
Our latest edition of EPA Connect is out now. Keep up to date with our news in the latest EPA Connect, out now:… https://t.co/l2kGHZN5s3
A big shout out to residents @RandwickCouncil for diverting 1,400 tonnes of food waste from landfill by embracing… https://t.co/bpSdulgP1R
Hats off to residents at Randwick City Council for diverting 1,400 tonnes of food waste from landfill by embracing the FOGO (Food Organics ...
All return points in Greater Sydney including the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Wollongong and Shellharbour remain… https://t.co/yMwNrvxSyI
Great to learn that every medal being awarded to athletes during the current Tokyo Olympics is made from fully recycled metals. They've been ...
The NSW Environment Protection Authority has fined EESI Contracting $15,000 for allegedly accepting and storing asbestos contaminated waste ...
OMG everyone! It’s not too late to cut down on plastic waste during #PlasticFreeJuly by doing the "REDcyle OMG"... O – Omit soft plastic bag ...
Just a few days left of #PlasticFreeJuly, but still time to start good habits! Single-use plastics are everywhere, including plastic bags, p ...
Mangroves are rightly called "Guardians of the Coast" for their considerable ecological vale. They provide habitat, food, maintain water qua ...
Beat the heat! If you’ve added a little TOO much chilli to your dish or are looking to balance the flavours – cool things down by using so ...
The EPA is continuing to make sure Bingo Dial A Dump is taking action to reduce the risk of offensive odours from their waste facility impac ...
NSW Environment Protection Authority has fined Veolia Environmental Services (Australia) Pty Ltd $15,000 for alleged leaking containers carr ...
Did you know that the most commonly wasted foods by households in Australia are beef, cheese, salad and bread? We supported a new research ...
It's World Mango Day! Mangos are sustainable, having a low water and carbon footprint. They have plenty of health benefits too... mangoes he ...
As we hit the middle of winter, we‘re celebrating citrus! Love your lemons, limes and oranges by washing and zesting their skins before ea ...
You can help the EPA protect others from motor vehicle noise pollution. We carry out regular noisy vehicle checks and act on your reports as ...
In line with the latest Public Health Orders all Return and Earn return points in the GREATER SYDNEY AREA including the Blue Mountains, Cent ...
NSW Environment Protection Authority contractor Varley Group has been working away removing flood debris, including silage waste, on the Man ...
The NSW EPA is acting on odour report recommendations from both Wollongong City Council and Soilco to help resolve the odour issues in the F ...
More than 1.3 billion cigarette butts are littered in NSW each year making them the state's most littered item. They're not just unsightly, ...
These are really wise words. We’re proud to say that household problem waste items disposed of at our Community Recycling Centres are all tr ...
We’re proud to announce that we’ll be teaming up with Michael Mobbs’ Sustainable House on an exciting project that turns food scraps into co ...
Roast on Sunday, soup on Monday! That’s right, turn your leftover vegetables and Sunday roast into a delicious clear noodle soup. This fl ...
Today's scheduled Liverpool Household Chemical CleanOut event has been cancelled due to COVID. Please check Cleanout.com.au for updates.
Chilli con carne has to be one of our favourite warm winter dishes! Not only is it easy to make and delicious, but it’s also the perfect wa ...
The EPA undertakes targeted compliance of the waste transport industry. We respond to tip-offs and work proactively with Transport for NSW a ...
Results from the May 2021 Get the Site Right inspection blitz show more work is needed to educate builders and renovators on the importance ...
Here are some great plastic free cleaning ideas from Plastic Free July and remember if you choose to make the switch, you can take your old ...
The NSW Environment Protection Authority is seeking information from the public after receiving a report that around fifty pigeons were foun ...
The NSW EPA's Bin Trim App is now freely available for councils and the waste industry to use The App lets users clearly see improvements t ...
The EPA has prosecuted a man who organised fill material containing asbestos waste to be deposited at two properties. Details: https://bit ...
Turn your spicy winter dishes into a range of wholesome creations… Cooking once and eating twice uses up your leftover produce and saves yo ...
NSW Environment Protection Authority specialist marine contractor @varley are removing flood debris from the Manning River following floodi ...
Keep your fruit bowl fresh! Did you know… fruits that have higher levels of ethylene, like bananas and avocados, can speed up the ripening ...
Are you forming good habits during Plastic Free July? It's a timely reminder that the top four single-use plastics are: •plastic bags •water ...
It is the greatest of all mistakes to do nothing because you can only do a little! That's true of #PlasticFreeJuly. We can all cut down on s ...
It is the greatest of all mistakes to do nothing because you can only do a little! That's true of #PlasticFreeJuly. We can all cut down on s ...
With the Bin Trim app users can quickly generate high-level reports by local government area, industry sector and by volume and weight. The ...
It’s a little chilli outside! There is no better way to warm up than to add a bit of spice to your leftover meals. Whether you can handle ...
Some great tips here from the Love Food Hate Waste NSW team
It’s Plastic Free July, what will you do to support the cause? This month we’ll share lots of tips and tricks on how to reduce your plastic ...
In celebration of Plastic Free July, we’re sharing some of our top food-inspired tips that reduce your plastic consumption: • Buy your fres ...
Feeling a little chilly? This July we will be sharing our secrets to staying warm using seasonal produce. We promise there’ll be spicy and ...
Upcycling your leftovers into simple snacks is a great way to make what you have last longer – and avoids throwing perfectly good food in th ...
#ISpy with my little eye something that is... leftover! Lonely bits and bobs at the back of, or bottom of the fridge (that’s your half zucc ...
A trip to your Community Recycling Centre is quick, easy and hassle free and can fit around your every day tasks. Store your items and bring ...
#ISpy with my little eye something that is… wilted! Don’t throw it, rehydrate it! To reinvigorate wilted produce like carrots or celery, so ...
#iSpy with my little eye something that is… stale! Don’t ditch your stale bread! Instead, turn it into crunchy croutons, schnitzel crumbs, ...
We have now confirmed our next schedule of Household Chemical CleanOut events from July to December 2021 across the Sydney, Hunter and Illaw ...
If you're moving house like Sally or decluttering, don't forget you can take items such as old gas bottles, fluoro globes, paint and batteri ...
#ISpy with my little eye something that is… wrinkly! Don’t judge your produce by its wrinkles - old doesn't mean redundant! If your veggies ...
The wild and wonderful winter is here, bringing with it an abundance of delicious seasonal produce to get your teeth stuck into. Did you kn ...
Our Chemical CleanOut events are a free, drive through service. We accept paint, oils, batteries, household chemicals and more. If you have ...
#ISpy with my little eye something that is… brown! Avos are an Aussie favourite and make a tasty accompaniment to any breakfast, lunch or d ...
In a recent survey, 31% of you let us know that you are not confident on which items go in which kerbside bins. If you have a tricky item th ...
Taking your old batteries, paints and oils to your local Community Recycling Centre helps save on water, energy and natural resources. Find ...
I spy with my little eye something that is… This month we are playing #ISpy and bringing food waste into full focus. The aim of the game ...
Calling all Port Macquarie Hastings residents… Our powerful partners 1 Million Women and MidWaste have joined forces with Hastings Busines ...
Calling all Blue Mountains’ hospitality businesses! Are you looking to save money and reduce food waste? Join our powerful partner The Z ...
Our Community Recycling Centres are what they are because of the passionate and committed staff that run them. Colin - who manages the Thorn ...
Do you have cleaning, garden and pool chemicals that need to be disposed of correctly? We can help you do this at one of our Household Chemi ...
TIP ALERT: We caught up with the Cornersmith team on how to create a range of delicious and diverse sauces using wilted herds. Here’s how… ...
Calling all green-thumbed experts or avid gardening wannabees! Looking to spruce up your garden this autumn or simply want to spend more t ...
Frustrated when you can’t reach the very last bit of your sauces, jams and condiments? Here are some handy hacks to help you win the fight ...
Thinking of hosting an event as part of Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea? Here are some zero-waste tips to help save money and preserve your ...
It's time for a Chemical CleanOut! This weekends event is at St. Ives Showground from 9am to 3.30pm on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd. Bring ...
Why not let your neighbours know after you visit your Community Recycling Centre? They might not be aware of the free service and have somet ...
HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL CLEANOUT – FLOOD RECOVERY EVENTS Following the recent floods across NSW, NSW Household Problem Wastes and Hawkesbury City ...
HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL CLEANOUT – FLOOD RECOVERY EVENTS Following the recent floods across NSW, NSW Household Problem Wastes and Hawkesbury City ...
Guess how many tonnes of paint we have collected so far in 2021? Over 10 tonnes! This is great news for our environment as we recycle and s ...
Guess how many tonnes of paint we have collected so far in 2021? Over 10 tonnes! This is great news for our environment as we recycle and s ...
EXCITING NEWS! You can now take your empty beauty products to any MECCA store in Australia for recycling. Woohoo @meccabeauty This includes ...
Store all your items in a container that is suitable for transport to your Community Recycling Centre. This might be a hard plastic create o ...
If you have never visited one of our Household Chemical CleanOut events here's what to expect. You will drive into the event site and comple ...
If you live in the Bathurst region here's a reminder your Household Chemical CleanOut event is being held on Friday. Don't miss this chance ...
If you've previously visited one of our Community Recycling Stations in northern NSW to dispose of your small household problem waste, don't ...
Our Community Recycling Centres collect and safely dispose of any motor oil and car batteries. Find your nearest one today www.cleanout.com. ...
Make sure you check out our full list of Household Chemical CleanOut events taking place across NSW in April. Visit www.cleanout.com.au to f ...
