Update on the review of the Protection of the Environment Operations (General) Regulation and the Protection of the Environment...
At the EPA we are working closely with community, government, and industry in the Hunter region to guide and support more...
Stay connected to the EPA by subscribing now to our e-newsletter EPA Connect. Get the latest updates, tips and advice in...
Waste and recycling operations in NSW, including landfills, Community Recycling Centres, and charitable recyclers, can now...
The EPA has released a new Strategic plan, outlining key focus areas for the next three years.
As the weather warms up, we’re encouraging industry licensed by the EPA to prepare their operations to reduce potential...
We are seeking feedback from individuals, organisations and businesses in NSW that use or have an interest in regulated...
Community updates on issues currently being managed by the EPA.
Know your load! If you drive a tipper or transport waste you could be inspected any time by @nswpolice and the… https://t.co/w7pmzmw1wc
How well do you know your food? OzHarvest has developed this fun, family-friendly educational quiz to help us understand how food gets was ...
Happy about getting free fill for your DIY project? It could cost you a fortune. Free or cheap fill is often cont… https://t.co/yhlc2bKKPt
Happy about getting free fill for your DIY project? It could cost you a fortune. Free or cheap fill is often contaminated with building an ...
RT @BeachwatchNSW: 🌞A warm day today in all regions with a small number of swimming sites impacted by stormwater pollution. Click the link…
Our NSW EPA team is monitoring any potential environmental impacts from a fire at the Cargill cotton processing plant in Narrabri. Fire an ...
Is your pest controller licensed? Check before you hire by searching the EPA Public Register. More details here: https://bit.ly/3e25XKg
Lead can linger in everything from old windowsills to walls. Exposure to lead paint around the home can have serious health effects. Protect ...
The forecast higher than-average rainfall this spring could make odour issues worse. We’re doing Covid-safe inspections at licensed sites, a ...
The site manager of the Wiigulga Sports Complex construction site has been fined by the NSW Environment Protection Authority for a water pol ...
Our @NSW_EPA operations team was on the ground in Riverstone today, executing a search warrant at a residential address. This is part of a ...
NSW Environment Protection Authority updated their cover photo.
NSW Environment Protection Authority updated their cover photo.
NSW Environment Protection Authority updated their profile picture.
Matt Kean MP today announced $12 million in grant funding to keep food and garden waste out of landfill. “Each year more than a third of w ...
Get more out of your avo this National Guacamole Day 2021! Cutting your avocado around the middle means there is less surface area for it ...
The NSW Environment Protection Authority has fined Glass Recycling (NSW) Pty Ltd, at Swaffham Road, Minto $8,000 after it was discovered it ...
Odours can be a serious issue for communities that live near industry. The weather bureau’s forecasting higher-than-average rainfall this ...
Wow NSW, over 3 million kgs of problem waste was safely disposed of at CRCs in 2020-21. Good job!
Since devastating floods earlier this year, more than 3000m3 of waste has been collected. The clean up area stretches from the Hawkesbury Ri ...
Before sending your veggie scraps to compost, try regrowing them. Regrowing your scraps is a fantastic way to make the foods you love go e ...
Loud lawnmowers or clanking construction - who do you call? With many people working or schooling at home during lockdown we recognise that ...
Check out the latest EPA Connect e-newsletter for updates, tips and advice in environmental protection in waste and recycling, industrial op ...
Did you know more than a third of the waste sent to landfill in NSW is food? That’s almost two million tonnes of food and garden waste goin ...
Read more about today's Energy from Waste announcement here: https://www.epa.nsw.gov.au/news/media-releases/2021/epamedia210910-certainty- ...
Did you know fruit and veggie peels are rich in fibre, vitamins and minerals? The skin or peel is one of the most nutritious parts of the pr ...
By reporting noisy exhausts, you're helping us protect people from motor vehicle pollution. We carry out regular noisy vehicle checks, and ...
Today is R U OK Day , a reminder to start a conversation that could change a life - not just today, but any day it's needed. Learn how to as ...
The EPA has directed Ridley Agriproducts to clean-up fish waste sludge that spilt from a containment bladder at its Palmers Island site on t ...
When a Pacific National train derailed in July on the outskirts of Parkes in western NSW spilling 3000 litres of diesel, the EPA was called ...
The NSW Environment Protection Authority has fined Australian Health & Nutrition Association LTD (Sanitarium) $15,000, for a dirty water dis ...
Our specialist sampling and monitoring team was onsite at the Moorebank factory fire with @FRNSW today. We’ve collected water samples from ...
We love seeing the next generation leading the charge against food waste! Our partners MidWaste are working with Valla Community Pre-Schoo ...
An organised kitchen helps you save time and helps reduce spending at the supermarket. Kick-start the new season by spring cleaning your k ...
The most common whole items found in urban waterways are: - plastic bags - straws - cigarette butts - takeaway food - drink containers - ...
Out with the old, in with the new - it’s spring, and time to make your produce sing! This month we’re exploring how to change our food was ...
New research shows knowing about food waste helps people to reduce it. Teach your loved ones about the benefits of food waste avoidance by ...
New partner announcement… We’re thrilled to be partnering with the Anglican Parish of Moruya to support its Red Door Hall Kitchen and diver ...
Did you know… you can freeze your hard cheeses to avoid wasting them? Pro tip: soft cheeses don’t freeze well, but can be added to savoury ...
During 2020-21, NSW residents recycled over 115,000kgs of batteries. That's a lot of steel, copper and aluminum that was recycled and then u ...
Don’t judge the taste of your veggies by their exterior! Imperfect picks taste just as good and can be transformed by baking, steaming or m ...
Say cheese! A shelfie is a great way to show you what you have at home (in your fridge and pantry) so that you avoid doubling up and impuls ...
Make your produce go further by incorporating your favourite staples! Simply use either rice, pasta, potatoes, lentils or pastry to create ...
Avoid soggy salad by keeping it undressed until served. Salad is the perfect way to use up all your single and leftover produce, plus get ...
Today marks the beginning of Keep Australia Beautiful Week for 2021. We're encouraging you all to take the 7 day plastic pledge. What single ...
New research shows older people waste less food because they know what to do. What zero-waste tricks have you learnt from older relatives? ...
Transform your leftover roast and grilled meats into light and fresh meals – perfect for lunch or an easy dinner. Check out the Australian ...
Bread is one of #AustraliasMostWasted foods. Did you know that storing bread in the fridge makes it go stale quicker? The starch molecules ...
With many families being at home and CleanOut events being postponed, it's now more important than ever to ensure your household chemicals a ...
Following the release of new research showing insights into Australia’s food waste, this month we’ll be exploring #AustraliasMostWasted food ...
If you’ve been tidying your home and garage and have unwanted paint, batteries, oils or gas bottles, please store them safely until you can ...
According to Avocados Australia, the average Aussie enjoys 3.8 kg of avocado each year. Holy guacamole! This National Avocado Day, we chall ...
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 ...
Did you know that the most commonly wasted foods by households in Australia are beef, cheese, salad and bread? We supported a new research ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Our Chemical CleanOut events are a free, drive through service. We accept paint, oils, batteries, household chemicals and more. If you have ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
