The Future of Waste Management in WA 

Western Australia has the worst record for litter and the lowest levels of recycling in the nation.

New research by the Boomerang Alliance has shown that the vast majority of the public – 97% – believe reducing waste is important, putting pressure on government to help the industry realise its huge potential to create jobs, attract investment, and reduce carbon pollution.

A recent online poll by CCWA revealed (more than 90% of respondents), that the State Government is not doing enough to promote and support recycling in WA.

Clearly action is urgently needed to tackle our waste crisis.

The Waste Authority released a draft strategy for future waste management in WA in September 2009 and is currently seeking public views on its contents.  This community workshop, hosted by the Conservation Council of WA, will be an opportunity to find out what the plans are for waste management in WA and to ask your questions about the draft strategy before making your submission.

This is your opportunity to influence the direction of waste management and resource recovery in WA.

To download a copy of the draft waste strategy click here

Guest speakers include:

Jan Grimoldby, Deputy Chair of the Waste Authority
Piers Verstegen, Director, Conservation Council of WA
Dave West, Boomerang Alliance 
Dr Sue Graham-Taylor, Historian

When: Wednesday 25th November 2009

Time: 6.30pm

Where: City West Lotteries House, 2 Delhi St, West Perth

Cost: Free for CCWA affiliates and supporters. $15 for others. This includes a light supper

Further information and RSVP: Monday 23rd November 2009 to conswa@conservationwa.asn.au or 9420 7266