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NSW's independent environmental regulator. We protect the health of our environment and communities.

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Consultation is open on the proposed Landfill and Sewage Treatment Plant PFAS Monitoring Chemical Control Order. Have your say before 5pm Tuesday 10 February 2025.

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Public consultation is open on the draft Environmental Guidelines for Solid Waste Landfills. Have your say before 5pm Tuesday 25 November.

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From 1 July 2026 businesses must separate food waste from general waste. Get your business ready.

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In a major boost to recycling NSW container deposit scheme is set to expand to accept wine and spirit bottles and larger drink containers.

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Never bin a battery. One battery in a bin can spark a fire. Find a safe place to drop off your used batteries.

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The NSW Government is working to ensure we continue to provide safe drinking water to the people of NSW.

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We are involved in many environmental matters that interest communities across NSW.

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Banner - Never bin a battery showing a range of batteries above a garbage bin
24 Nov 2025

A major new phase of the NSW EPA's successful ‘Never Bin A Battery’ campaign is rolling out across New South Wales this week. 

Nature Hates A Tosser
22 Nov 2025

A quirky new awareness campaign featuring some of Australia’s most recognisable wildlife is confronting the harsh reality of litter – the rubbish that starts on our streets ends up in our rivers, waterways and oceans.

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19 Nov 2025
Central Coast debris balls investigation update
Waste Hunter and Central Coast

The EPA has confirmed debris balls found on Central Coast beaches in August likely also originated from Sydney Water's Malabar Wastewater Treatment System.