The purpose of Keep Australia Beautiful Week is to encourage Aussies to pick up at least one piece of rubbish each day of the week. The available data shows that roadside litter has remained the main type of litter in Australia and it is highly detrimental to the environment. For…
In January 2018, China banned the importation of 24 different types of recyclable materials. That sent the waste management industry in Australia, which has been employing around 50,000 people indirectly, into a tailspin. Initially, statistics showed that the ban would affect nearly 619,000 tonnes of the 67 million tonnes produced…
There are rising cases of identity theft. Approximately 19 million people in the world admit that they have once paid for credit purchases that was not under their name. Some report intrusion into their various accounts including banks and emails. To you, items in the garbage bins are invaluable. They…
Taking a keen look around your compound, home, room or apartment, you will realise that there are a number of items that you do not need anymore. They can be in the form of previously used files, clothes, shoes, children toys, cars, furniture, cutlery, bedding, and even email messages. You…
Whether simple or advanced, doing some simple projects by your own is always a thrilling and rewarding experience. It is always a norm to find your best friends toss used cans, tins, bottles and even beds in the garbage or tuck some in the back of their drawers. Little do…
Undoubtedly, we all want to live in an environment that’s safe, clean and free of bulky waste and rubbish. In addition to looking and smelling unpleasant, bulky rubbish can pose serious health threats to community members. Unfortunately, managing bulky waste can be quite difficult, given its weight and dimensions. While…
Hoarding disorder and the behaviours associated with it are often widely dismissed or misunderstood. According to recent estimates, between 2% and 5% of Australians have hoarding disorder and problematic clutter. Unfortunately, people often treat it tactlessly and thoughtlessly. Living with a loved one who has a hoarding disorder can be…
Climate change has been in the news for some years now. Countries and corporations around the world have been looking at sustainable ways to go greener. As an individual, you’ve probably been wondering if there’s anything you can do towards this course. Well, everyone can play a crucial role in…
With increased population in our society today, one of the major challenges we are facing proper rubbish disposal. The amount of waste generated in households, offices and industries is a lot. Yet, most people do not know how to dispose of this waste properly. Whether it is plastic bags, broken…
