Recycling made easy, for everyone.
Find information and guidance on recycling
without all the hassle.
Understand the Issue
Australia generates over 75 million tonnes of waste annually. See the real impact and understand how your recycling efforts make a difference.
Your small actions can reduce waste for good
See Your Recycling Impact
Adjust the sliders to match your bin's contents — see how much CO₂ you save by recycling
Recycling this bin saves approximately:
Based on Australian recycling emissions data & NSW EPA averages. Default bin composition from DCCEEW National Waste Report.
The Data
Understand the bigger picture of waste generation and recovery in Australia.
Australia's Waste Generation Trend
Total waste generated (million tonnes)
Where Australia's Waste Actually Goes
Breakdown of waste fate (million tonnes)
Source: ABS Waste Account 2018–19
Recycling Rates by Material Type
Percentage of material recovered
Source: National Waste Report 2024
Learn
Educate yourself on recycling best practices through articles and interactive quizzes. Test your knowledge and discover what you didn't know.
Take Action
Find recycling centers and drop-off locations near you, and share your thoughts on recycling barriers. Turn your knowledge into action by recycling correctly and helping improve local services.
Find Recycling Locations
Search for items and discover where to recycle them in your area. Get addresses, hours, and directions to nearby facilities.
Share Your Voice
Tell us about the biggest barriers to recycling in your area. Your feedback helps identify common challenges and improve local recycling services.