Tricky Waste Item of the Month
Each month, we’re highlighting a tricky waste item that often causes confusion at the bin. Knowing where these items belong
Waste and recycling
Waste and recycling
29/07/2026
Each month, we’re highlighting a tricky waste item that often causes confusion at the bin. Knowing where these items belong
Waste and recycling
08/07/2026
Discover what happens to your waste and recycling behind the scenes. Join us for a free guided bus tour of
Waste and recycling
06/07/2026
Every July, thousands of people make a Plastic Free July pledge with the best of intentions. They buy a reusable
Waste and recycling
20/05/2026
Each July, millions of people around the world take part in Plastic Free July, choosing simple ways to reduce single-use
Waste and recycling
04/05/2026
Have you ever needed a power drill, hedge trimmer or sander for a one‑off job, only to realise you’ll probably
Waste and recycling
01/04/2026
A recent kerbside waste audit reveals steady progress – and clear opportunities to improve. Households across the Port Macquarie Hastings
Waste and recycling
25/02/2026
Discover what happens to your waste and recycling behind the scenes. Join us for a free guided bus tour of
Waste and recycling
05/02/2026
** Senior Festival Tour for over 50’s ** Discover what happens to your waste and recycling behind the scenes. Join
Waste and recycling
20/01/2026
The school year is just around the corner. Start 2026 sustainably by rethinking how you organise stationery and school supplies.
Waste and recycling
07/01/2026
Some things don’t belong in any bin – help keep valuable materials out of landfill by dropping it off for
Waste and recycling
03/12/2025
Discover what happens to your waste and recycling behind the scenes. Join us for a free guided bus tour of
Waste and recycling
26/11/2025
Easy ideas to rethink waste and enjoy a greener festive season As Christmas approaches and we prepare to celebrate with
Waste and recycling
26/11/2025
Your easy guide to getting Christmas waste in the right bin With Christmas just around the corner, many of us
Waste and recycling
22/10/2025
The Repair Fair 2025 Port Macquarie Library Sunday 16 November, 10am – 1pm Discover how to save everyday items from
Waste and recycling
03/09/2025
Spring is the perfect time for a clean up – at home and in our community. From repairing, reusing and
EnvironmentWaste and recycling
03/09/2025
Did you know you can now recycle solar panels, drop off hidden batteries, and even charge your EV from a
EnvironmentWaste and recycling
12/08/2025
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council recently hosted the 23rd NSW Biennial Weed Conference, bringing together professionals, researchers, and community groups to share
Waste and recycling
05/08/2025
Join us on a free tour of Kingfisher and Cairncross Waste facilities to learn more about how waste and recycling
EnvironmentWaste and recycling
07/07/2025
PMHC answers the call of its new Environmental Sustainability Strategy to “lead by example” with new initiatives to tackle plastic
Waste and recycling
03/06/2025
Port Macquarie Hastings Council is excited to deliver a free residential solar panel recycling trial to our region. In partnership
Waste and recycling
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Beyond the Bin Tour – Waste and recycling in our region
Discover what happens to your waste and recycling behind the scenes. Join us for a free guided bus tour of
Want your Plastic Free July pledge to actually stick? Try habit stacking.
Every July, thousands of people make a Plastic Free July pledge with the best of intentions. They buy a reusable
Set Yourself Up for Success this Plastic Free July
Each July, millions of people around the world take part in Plastic Free July, choosing simple ways to reduce single-use
Borrow, Build and Belong: Tool Libraries Open in Port Macquarie and Wauchope
Have you ever needed a power drill, hedge trimmer or sander for a one‑off job, only to realise you’ll probably
What Our Kerbside Bins Are Telling Us
A recent kerbside waste audit reveals steady progress – and clear opportunities to improve. Households across the Port Macquarie Hastings
Tour
Beyond the Bin Tour – Waste and recycling in our region
Discover what happens to your waste and recycling behind the scenes. Join us for a free guided bus tour of
Tour
Seniors Festival Beyond the Bin Tour – Waste & recycling in our region
** Senior Festival Tour for over 50’s ** Discover what happens to your waste and recycling behind the scenes. Join
Simple Back-to-School Tips to Reduce Waste
The school year is just around the corner. Start 2026 sustainably by rethinking how you organise stationery and school supplies.
Drop Off for Free: Keeping valuable materials out of landfill
Some things don’t belong in any bin – help keep valuable materials out of landfill by dropping it off for
Tour
Beyond the Bin Tour – Waste and recycling in our region
Discover what happens to your waste and recycling behind the scenes. Join us for a free guided bus tour of
Three Tips to Rethink Waste this Christmas
Easy ideas to rethink waste and enjoy a greener festive season As Christmas approaches and we prepare to celebrate with
Festive Waste, Sorted
Your easy guide to getting Christmas waste in the right bin With Christmas just around the corner, many of us
The Repair Fair 2025
The Repair Fair 2025 Port Macquarie Library Sunday 16 November, 10am – 1pm Discover how to save everyday items from landfill
Spring Clean With Impact
Spring is the perfect time for a clean up – at home and in our community. From repairing, reusing and
Sustainability Trials in Our Community
Did you know you can now recycle solar panels, drop off hidden batteries, and even charge your EV from a
Council Hosts NSW Weeds Conference
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council recently hosted the 23rd NSW Biennial Weed Conference, bringing together professionals, researchers, and community groups to share
Tour
Beyond the Bin Tour – Waste and recycling in our region
Join us on a free tour of Kingfisher and Cairncross Waste facilities to learn more about how waste and recycling
PMHC leads by example on reducing plastic waste
PMHC answers the call of its new Environmental Sustainability Strategy to “lead by example” with new initiatives to tackle plastic
Free Solar Panel Recycling for Port Macquarie Hastings Residents
Port Macquarie Hastings Council is excited to deliver a free residential solar panel recycling trial to our region. In partnership
