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Enter here

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FAQ

  • Yes, definitely! If you have multiple ideas about how to reduce waste, we’d love to hear them all, however, each new entry will need a new entry form.

  • No, this competition is open to all ages.

This competition gathers creative, practical waste-reduction ideas from households, schools, workplaces and community groups to build momentum towards a circular waste economy.

All ideas welcome !

Enter here

Lots of small choices

add up to a big impact.

To reduce our footprint, we need to consume less and consider what we do consume.

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More about Rethink Waste…

Rethink Waste is a waste education community project that partners with schools, Councils and major events to reduce waste, raise awareness and inspire communities to change habits!

We work across four programs - see details below.

Rethink Waste Programs

  • Schools Program

    Next program starting Feb 2026 in Coffs Harbour.

  • Ideas Competition

    Opens : 1st Dec 2025

    Closes: 20 March 2026

  • At Major Events

    Volunteers educate patrons to create a ripple effect of positive change!

  • Training for Event Managers

    We train event managers, volunteer teams and stall holders to recuce waste at major events.

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