02 December 2024
FFEEDBACK NEEDED ON REDUCING PLASTIC WASTE
THE NSW Government is seeking feedback on proposals to reduce plastic waste and litter by 30% by 2025. The NSW Plastics: The Way Forward plan suggests phasing out unnecessary plastic items, improving recyclability, and aligning with other states. In 2022-23, NSW recycled only 14% of its 891,000 tonnes of plastic waste. The consultation invites input from communities, industries, and stakeholders to shape policies for a cleaner, more sustainable environment. Feedback closes after eight weeks.
02 December 2024
COST OF LIVOING MAKES COMMUTING DIFFICULT
AUSTRALIA’S cost of living, high fuel prices, and increasing public transport costs are making commuting financially unsustainable for many. The average annual commute costs $5,020 per person, with a national expense of $43.2B. Urban sprawl exacerbates commuting challenges, forcing workers into longer, costlier commutes. Hybrid and remote work arrangements offer a solution, saving costs and improving work-life balance. Experts emphasise the need for commuter-friendly cities and flexible work policies to alleviate financial strain.
01 December 2024
ADVOCATE CONFIRMS AWARDS SPONSORSHIP
Long-term support for local business program
HOLLYWOOD has the Oscars, and the music industry has the Grammys – but for many small businesses in the Macathur region it is the long-standing Local Business Awards that represent the pinnacle of recognition.