Living Here
We’re zoning in on value and respect, for our environment, our natural resources, and our region towards creating a sustainable impact. 10-16 November 2025 (2nd week in November each year)
It’s National Recycling Week and Gladstone is invited to “Join the Cycle”.
Join us in reducing waste – learn more about what you can recycle in your community.
Small actions lead to big changes. Share your recycling efforts this National Recycling Week and inspire others to do the same. #letsrecycleright
Activities held in 2024
When: Saturday 9 November to Friday 15 November, 2024
Where: Gladstone Regional Libraries and The Precinct Library
- Colouring In
- Recycling Games, Activities
- Waste Education Story Time
- Waste Education Displays.
click to download a printable file
Take the 7-Day National Recycling Week Challenge
Challenge your community, workplace, or school to participate in a week-long recycling sprint. Share on socials with #letsrecycleright
Day 1 - Audit your waste
Take stock of your household or office waste. Identify items that can be recycled but currently aren’t.
Day 2 - Set up a recycling station
Designate a spot in your home, office, or school as your "Recycling Station." Make sure it’s easy to access and properly labeled. Use our printable images for your labels.
Day 3 - Plastic free day
Go plastic-free for the entire day. Avoid single-use plastics and find recyclable or reusable alternatives. Share your plastic free ideas on socials using #letsrecycleright
Day 4 - e-Waste awareness
Gather any old electronics you have lying around (batteries, phones, chargers) and find the right e-waste recycling centre. Use Recycle Mate to locate recycling centres near you.
Day 5 - Focus on food
Get creative with leftovers! Instead of throwing something away, find a way to repurpose it. Share your creative ideas with others! Take the Love Food Hate Waste Challenge
Day 6 - Engage
Visit any one of our participating GRC facilities and try a Waste activity.
Day 7 - Reflect and share
Review your progress over the week. How much waste did you divert? What changes will you keep up? Post your results and inspire others by tagging #letsrecycleright
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