We know that our new waste and recycling service has meant a big adjustment for Yarra residents, and many of you have questions.  

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There are some things you can do at home to make the most out of your recycling bin. With these tips you can save up to 60% of the space in your bin.

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We are trialling a dedicated cardboard collection service at a select number of apartments, units and townhouses across Yarra.

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Yarra residents have done an incredible job over the last year to sort their recycling at the source. By separating waste this way, we can grow our local industry, create jobs and ensure we can recycle locally in the future.

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Not all plastics are created equal. It's important to know which plastics can be recycled in Australia and go in your yellow-lid recycling bin.

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During the holiday season it’s easy to get caught up and before you know it you end up with boxes of waste and recycling. Whether it’s prepping for holiday parties, decorating our homes, or finding gifts there are easy ways you can avoid the extra waste.

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With the amount of hard rubbish increasing, we are asking residents to consider some alternative options. One option is taking your items to a repair café where you can learn to mend and fix your items at home.

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In 2020, the State Government announced that Victorian councils are required to provide a glass service by 2027 and a food and garden organics service by 2030.

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Every year, more than 80 billion tonnes of raw materials like metal, cardboard and plastics are consumed in Australia. That’s set to double by 2060.

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The City of Yarra offers a free service available to all our residents to collect their garden waste such as branches, prunings and grass clippings.

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Options to take your recyclables and waste that doesn't belong in your bins include Yarra's recycling drop-off centres, waster transfer stations and many Yarra businesses and initiatives that promote waste reduction.

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You can get rid of chemicals safely by dropping them off at Detox Your Home collection points organised by Sustainability Victoria for free.

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Yarra is introducing a new food and garden organics (FOGO) service in 2024.

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Yarra Council is seeking expressions of interest for possible trial of cardboard collection in multi-unit developments.

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Service changes over the holidays

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Did you know, 60 hard rubbish collections are booked in Yarra each day? That leads to over 2900 tonnes of hard rubbish being collected annually. That is the equivalent of collecting 6,500 grand pianos every year.

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Our combined efforts are making a huge impact. Here’s an update on how we’re progressing.

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Yarra City Council has facilitated a $10,000 donation to Foodbank Victoria after a generous pledge from US late night show Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.

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All local councils are required to introduce a 4-stream household waste service, under legislation introduced by Victorian Government. This includes separate glass, recycling, food and green organics and rubbish services.

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Learn some easy steps you can take to keep avoidable food waste out of landfill.

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