News and case studies

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From workshops to waste facility – circular economy support delivers for the Mallee
04 June 2025
Sustainability Victoria is backing the Mallee council to turn circular economy thinking into action – and results.
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High rise, low waste
04 June 2025
The City of Melbourne has trialled an innovative approach to reducing organic waste in high-rises, with reductions up to 80%.
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From landfill to revenue: the success of Wyndham's Resource Recovery Centre
04 June 2025
After a successful trial in 2017, Wyndham City Council embarked on a solution to sort and recycle building and construction material by establishing the Wyndham Bulk Resource Recovery Centre with a grant from the Circular Economy Councils Fund.
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Reusable nappies slash waste by 75% in 14 Victorian councils
28 April 2025
Glen Eira City Council led a coalition of 14 councils to reduce disposable nappy waste and increase the use of reusable cloth nappies.
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Egg-cellent tips for a sustainable Easter
15 April 2025
Avoid egg-cess waste this Easter with our simple steps to help you celebrate more sustainably.
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Circular design at scale: A guide for fashion designers and industry
04 March 2025
Australia’s fashion and textile industry is designing out waste with the support of Victorian Government.
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Glass recycling in Merri-bek City Council
18 February 2025
Sustainability Victoria supported Merri-bek City Council with a $102,000 grant to introduce a kerbside glass recycling service from July 2023.
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The write way – reducing stationery waste at school
11 February 2025
When it comes to stationery, sustainable options may sometimes be harder to find, but schools can play a key role in implementing new processes that significantly reduce waste and make a meaningful impact.
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Super soil in Geelong the result of recycled garden organics
03 February 2025
Victorian councils are getting their hands dirty and putting recycled garden organics to work.