Centred around four key actions and five key priority sectors, the statement includes a raft of initiatives designed to make it easier, simpler and faster to do business in Victoria. The four key actions are: open doors, cut red tape, build new skills and reach every community. The statement is aimed at stimulating innovation and...

An in-depth look at how six Australian regions are adopting circular economy practices. By analysing the policy settings, circular practices and outcomes in diverse areas, the report highlights the need for robust policy frameworks, targeted investment, and collaborative approaches to realise the full potential of circularity in Australia.

While consumers are often targeted in food waste campaigns, hospitality and the food industry are major contributors to overall food waste, with the hospitality sector responsible for 16% of Australia’s annual food waste. Sector Action Plans work with key stakeholders across a food industry sector or along a food commodity supply chain to understand where...

As part of an inquiry into Australia’s opportunities in the circular economy to improve materials productivity and efficiency in ways that benefit the economy and the environment, this paper invites responses from people at all levels of government, businesses, technical and subject matter experts, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and the community more broadly.

This consultation draft seeks public input on the proposed next stage of New South Wales' Plastics program and recommends ways to reduce single-use, unnecessary and problematic plastic items and materials.