Published on Monday, 18 August 2025 at 12:30:48 PM
The Shire of Dardanup is a finalist in the 2025 WasteSorted Awards, recognising outstanding achievements in e-waste recovery and recycling across Western Australia with winners announced on 11 September.
Shire President Cr Tyrrell Gardiner said the Shire’s nomination in two categories (Local Government and Regional) for its proactive and community-focused approach to e-waste resource recovery, including the development of a dedicated e-waste sorting shed, household battery collection points, and a commitment to maintaining e-waste services in bulk vergeside collections.
Cr Gardiner said the WasteSorted Awards celebrate individuals, community groups, businesses, schools, and local governments working towards a low-waste future.
“The Shire of Dardanup is honoured to be among the finalists and looks forward to continuing its leadership in sustainable waste management,” Cr Gardiner said.
“Being named a finalist is a testament to the hard work of our staff and the support of our community in implementing and utilising an e-waste recovery program.
“We’ve taken the e-waste to landfill ban as an opportunity to build a better, more inclusive recycling service that benefits everyone in the Shire.
“We’re proud to have recovered over 35 tonnes of e-waste to date, and we remain committed to growing our impact and supporting local industry in the process.”
Cr Gardiner said the Shire’s Waste Transfer Station (WTS) has become a hub for responsible e-waste disposal, with staff removing electrical cords and motors for local recycling and ensuring safe storage and transport of materials to accredited processors.
He said the initiative also includes the successful amendment of the WTS licence to allow for household battery collection, further enhancing the Shire’s comprehensive approach.
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Shire of Dardanup President Cr Tyrrell Gardiner and Coordinator
of Environment and Waste Eliza-Jane Jacques with a variety of
e-waste items which the Shire recycles. The Shire is a finalist in
the WasteSorted Awards for its proactive and community-focused
approach to e-waste resource recovery. Award winners will be announced on 11 September.
Media contact: Tahnia Creedon, Communications Officer | tahnia.creedon@dardanup.wa.gov.au | 0436 942 509.
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