Queensland Waste Levy 2019 – 2020 The Queensland Government Waste Levy commenced on the 1st July 2019. At the time I said… let’s make no bones about it, rubbish is going to get expensive. The price to dispose of waste is 2 – 4 times the current rates. We saw a price rise of 10…
Category Archives: Waste Levy
Waste Levy Submission
Waste Levy Submission As we get closer to the start date of the waste levy the reality for many operators is starting to sink in. In the past week I have spoken to a number of smaller Mum & Dad operators who have significant concerns that the impact of the levy will see them forced…
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Wikipedia – Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects. It is an alternative to “conventional” waste disposal that can save material and help lower greenhouse gas emissions. Recycling can prevent the waste of potentially useful materials and reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, thereby reducing: energy usage, air pollution…
Are you Levy Ready?
Are you Levy Ready? The Queensland Government has announced the reintroduction of a waste levy in early 2019. The waste management strategy is a long-term goal for achieving waste avoidance and focusing on sustainable consumption. Its objective is to encourage industry investment in innovation and new infrastructure and securing continuous improvement in waste management and resource…