New Waste Policy and recycling schemes

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Perth : Australia | about 1 month ago

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The policy includes a landmark scheme for recycling computers and televisions, with householders able to drop off used computers and TVs for recycling free of charge, Federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett announced today. "Under the new product stewardship scheme, 80 per cent...

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News Source: The Australian | about 1 month ago

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News Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation | about 1 month ago

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News Source: The Courier-Mail | about 1 month ago

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