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Australians generate mountains of waste, and we need more help to recycle and resuse it

Written by Melita Jazbec, Research Director at the Institute for Sustainable Futures, University of Technology Sydney

Australians largely support transforming the economy to increase recycling, repurpose products and reduce waste, according to a new report from the Productivity Commission, but they are being impeded by inconsistent regulations.

The interim report of the commission’s inquiry into Australia’s circular economy,...

What to expect from car subscription models in 2026
Car ownership hasn't changed in over a hundred years. Australians buy or finance a vehicle, commit for years, absorb deprec…
Advantages of Cloud Accounting Software for Australian Businesses
Is your business still relying on desktop accounting programs or complex spreadsheets? Cloud based accounting software offe…
What the ‘mother of all deals’ between India and the EU means for global trade
The “mother of all deals”: that’s how European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described the new …
‘Bold’. ‘Elegant’. ‘Introverted’? How words describing wine get lost in translation
karelnoppe/GettyI recently watched a participant at a wine tasting freeze when asked for their opinion. “It’s &he…
Australian inflation jumps, adding to chances of an RBA interest rate hike
Inflation has risen further above the Reserve Bank of Australia’s 2–3% target. There is now a very real prospect …
A new company tax mix has been proposed. We need to be careful how we assess it
Steven Wei/UnsplashAustralia has a problem. Across the economy, business investment has been sluggish for the past decade, le…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
In the dynamic world of real estate, commercial properties hold a pivotal position. They represent not only a significant financial asset but also a crucial business investment. When contemplating the…

Without sanctions, making companies disclose their environmental and social impacts has limited effect
As of last year, New Zealand’s largest companies and financial institutions have been required to disclose their climate-related risks and opportunities in their annual reports and regulatory filings. This follows…
Abolish stamp duty. The ACT shows the rest of us how to tax property
The ACT has Australia's best state tax system, NSW the worst.ShutterstockThis week we’re exploring the state of nine different policy areas across Australia’s states, as detailed in Grattan Institute’s State…
Small Businesses Looking To Save Costs When Re-Opening
Why it’s important to review business costs and be financially savvy Retailers seeking to maximise their re-opening and cash-in on post-lockdown shopping should review all business costs and reduce or…

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

Australian retailers are turning to artificial intelligence to simplify and automate returns and exchanges, while strengthening loyalty programs a...

Stop reading from the script: Why authenticity is the customer success secret weapon

I’ve been in customer service for years now. As my team has grown, the number one piece of advice I give is to be your...

From Check-in to Touchdown: How AI and smarter systems are transforming the travel industry

Richard Valente, VP of Customer Experience Strategy at TP in Australia, explores how IT-BPM outsourcing is revolutionising the travel sector throu...

Online Christmas shoppers fund climate and biodiversity projects via HealthPost's Click Sphere for Good initiative

Online shoppers with HealthPost’s Flora & Fauna have made 11,000 contributions towards climate and biodiversity projects when ordering parcel ...

US landmark settlement protects SMEs, highlighting flaws in the RBA's proposed blanket card surcharging ban for Australia

Aussie SMEs warn RBA not to ignore global trends, with the current sledgehammer approach threatening business viability and increasing inflation ...

Thryv Australia named Employer of Choice for third consecutive year at Australian Business Awards

Thryv® (NASDAQ: THRY), Australia’s provider of the leading small business marketing and sales software platform, has been awarded the Employer of ...

Australians generate mountains of waste, and we need more help to recycle and resuse it

What to expect from car subscription models in 2026

Advantages of Cloud Accounting Software for Australian Businesses

What the ‘mother of all deals’ between India and the EU means for global trade

‘Bold’. ‘Elegant’. ‘Introverted’? How words describing wine get lost in translation

Australian inflation jumps, adding to chances of an RBA interest rate hike

A new company tax mix has been proposed. We need to be careful how we assess it

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

Without sanctions, making companies disclose their environmental and social impacts has limited effect

Abolish stamp duty. The ACT shows the rest of us how to tax property

Small Businesses Looking To Save Costs When Re-Opening

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

Stop reading from the script: Why authenticity is the customer success secret weapon

From Check-in to Touchdown: How AI and smarter systems are transforming the travel industry

Online Christmas shoppers fund climate and biodiversity projects via HealthPost's Click Sphere for Good initiative

US landmark settlement protects SMEs, highlighting flaws in the RBA's proposed blanket card surcharging ban for Australia

Thryv Australia named Employer of Choice for third consecutive year at Australian Business Awards

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers

Navigating the Cosmetic Advertising Crackdown Before September Guidelines Hit

Defining Actionable AI for Australian IT Efficiency and Security