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03 Aug 2022
Current plastics exemptions
Find out about current and future exemptions to the plastics ban.
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08 Nov 2023
Forms: continued need for a plastic item and seeking an exemption
The following forms relate to the Plastic Reduction and Circular Economy Act 2021.
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08 Nov 2023
Continued need to use plastic item banned under the PRCE Act 2021
This form is for those interested in providing feedback about a continued need for access to and/or use of a banned item.
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08 Nov 2023
Seeking an exemption from the PRCE Act 2021 - suppliers
This form is for expressions of interest from suppliers of banned plastic items who wish to enquire about applying for an exemption.
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10 Nov 2022
Plastic single-use straws - exemptions guidance
Find out who can supply and access plastic single-use straws in NSW.
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01 Nov 2024
Plastic single-use cotton buds and plastic single-use bowls-exemption guidance
Guidance on who may supply and access plastic single-use cotton buds and plastic single-use bowls, and under what circumstances.
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09 Nov 2025
NSW Plastics Action Plan
The NSW Plastics Action Plan was the first plan to better manage plastics and reduce their impact on the environment. Plastics Plan 2.0 builds on these actions.