China forces government's hand

China, as reported by the ABC, has recently changed its legislations to ban the import of 24 different categories of foreign waste.

12/12/2017

2017 WMAA Women in Environment Award Winner Announced

The Waste Management Association of Australia (WMAA) announced the winner of the 2017 WMAA Women in the Environment Award at the Victoria Branch Christmas Dinner last night. The dinner was well-attended with representation from across the waste secto

12/7/2017

WMAA Waste and Resource Recovery Policy Priorities for QLD Election

With the Queensland state election fast approaching the Waste Management Association of Australia (WMAA) has outlined it's key policy priorities for the attention of Minister Steven Miles.

11/14/2017

Waste industry calls on members and stakeholders to sign "Waste of Origin" pledge

The Waste Management Association of Australia (WMAA) today launches the 'Waste of Origin' Pledge, to challenge the industry to join the fight against irresponsible, dangerous and environmentally damaging practices in the sector.

9/15/2017

WMAA supports inquiry into the future of Australia's recycling industry

The Waste Management Association of Australia (WMAA) is the national peak body for the waste and resource recovery Sector in Australia. Responding to Australian Greens senator Peter Whish-Wilson, WMAA welcomes moves to establish a Senate Inquiry into

8/17/2017

The State of the Waste and Resource Recovery Industry in Australia

The Waste Management Association of Australia (WMAA) is the national peak body for the waste and resource recovery Sector in Australia. The waste management sector provides an essential service for Australians. The industry itself is made up of 50,00

8/8/2017

WMAA welcomes new National President

The Waste Management Association of Australia has elected Mr Garth Lamb as the Association’s new National President for a term of two years. Mr Lamb, Business Development Manager of Re. Group, will replace Ms Miranda Ransome whose four year term has

6/20/2017

WMAA supports the growing focus on waste

The Waste Management Association of Australia (WMAA), the peak body for the waste and resource recovery sector, supports and welcomes the increased spotlight being placed on the generation and management of waste in Australia.

5/15/2017

WMAA 2017 Australian Landfill & Transfer Stations Innovation and Excellence Awards announced

The Waste Management Association of Australia (WMAA) announced the winners of the 2017 National Landfill & Transfer Stations Innovation and Excellence Awards at the 2017 Australian Landfill & Transfer Stations Conference.

2/21/2017