Compostable plastics in green waste
Compostable plastics may appear to be a straightforward solution for challenging-to-recycle waste streams. However, their performance in real-world composting conditions needs further scrutiny.
Marys Mount Landfill Fire Gunnedah
Information about the fire at Marys Mount Landfill near Gunnedah
$1.16 million helps councils team up to cut waste and costs
Seven council-led initiatives will share $1.16 million to develop smarter, more cost-efficient waste and recycling services.
Water monitoring project focuses on pesticides in Mid North Coast waterways
A pesticide water monitoring project is underway across Coffs Harbour and Nambucca Valley on the NSW Mid North Coast.
Microplastics in recovered wastes
Measuring microplastics in the terrestrial environment is challenging due to their small size, diversity and the large quantities of interfering substances.
Chemical risks posed by compostable single-use food service items
An examination of chemical risks posed by compostable single-use food service items.
Biodegradable plastic bags
An environmental hazard assessment of biodegradable plastic bags.
Ku-ring-gai Council fined for water pollution incident
Ku-ring-gai Council has been issued a $30,000 Penalty Infringement Notice after a leachate leak from a legacy landfill beneath the North Turramurra Golf Course in July 2025.
