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A new interactive workshop series by the Western Metropolitan Regional Council (WMRC) will go back to basics on managing household waste. If you’ve ever practiced ‘wishcycling’ – placing items you …
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Managing the risk of the Polyphagous shot-hole borer
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The mulch we provide to our member council residents is free of the shot-hole borer beetle. Find out more about the beetle and what the spread means for our local …
Dreaming of a low-waste Christmas? Here’s how to make it happen.
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Want to level up your low-waste Christmas game this year? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out on your low-waste journey, here are some tips to avoid, reduce, …
Festive season trading hours for 2024-25
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The West Metro Recycling Centre will be open every day except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, with reduced trading hours on Boxing Day. The Recycling Hotline (08 9384 6711) …
Hit the trail for sustainable style
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Look forward to a fabulous day of reloved, repaired and reused fashion with the Western Metropolitan Regional Council’s landmark Textile Trail event, on this Saturday 16 November. For one day …
Agreement reached to optimise space for waste at Recycling Centre
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The disused DiCOM waste processing plant at the West Metro Recycling Centre can now be deconstructed and the site rehabilitated. The West Metropolitan Regional Council (WMRC) and DiCOM have reached …
Slowing the flight of fast fashion
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When a t-shirt costs the same as a sandwich, it’s easy to lose sight of its true value. But our clothes are not disposable – the labour, water and energy …
The circle of FOGO
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Ever wondered what happens to the contents of your FOGO (Food Organics Garden Organics) bin once it’s collected from your verge? FOGO from the WMRC’s member councils on the FOGO …
New CEO for WMRC
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The Chair and Council of WMRC is pleased to announce that Stuart Devenish has been appointed to the position of CEO for WMRC. Stuart Devenish brings prior experience at Local …
How to get the most out of a clothing swap
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We’ve got a big line-up of clothing swaps this year as part of our (Re)Love Your Stuff textile waste series. If you’re coming along to your first one soon – …