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  • Speaker 1: I can put my recycling in a plastic bag, right?

    Speaker 2: Ah, no, they won't get recycled like that. Pop them in the recycling bin loose, like your neighbour.

    Speaker 3: Surely all plastics go in the recycling bin.

    Speaker 2: Hard plastic containers and bottles are a yes, but soft plastics are a no.

    Speaker 2: Know your recycling, because what you do makes a difference.

    Speaker 2: Authorised by the Victorian government, Melbourne.

Top 5 things to keep out of your recycling bin

Keeping certain items out of your recycling bin makes it easier for the contents to be recycled, meaning more new products can be created and less waste will go to landfill.

See our top 5 contaminants

Help with your recycling

Recycling doesn’t have to take much effort. A little bit of planning will help you in the long run, so get started today with these helpful tips.

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Where your recycling goes

You’ve put your recycling bin out for collection so now it’s time to get it sorted. Learn what happens after it’s collected and travels to a sorting facility.

Find out where your recycling goes

Why your recycling matters

Victorians are great recyclers and know that it’s important. Here’s why good recycling habits can make a big difference.

Find out why your recycling matters
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