More plastic items are being phased out in WA
More plastic items are being phased out in WA
Information for Businesses
To reduce plastic pollution, the Western Australian Government implemented a state-wide ban on the supply of certain plastic items. Stage 1 of the WA Plan for Plastics was completed 1 October 2022, and implementation of Stage 2 is now underway.
The National Retail Association has been engaged by the WA Government to help businesses prepare for, transition, and manage the bans. This website and resources have been developed by the National Retail Association and the WA Department of Water and Environmental Regulation.
The stage 2 bans come into effect in four stages between September 2023 and July 2025.
We note that it is an offence to provide false or misleading information about a Stage 1 banned item from 1 January 2022 and a Stage 2 items from 1 March 2023. It is also an offence to supply or provide a banned item after the enforcement dates, even if you purchased the stock before these dates.
Thank you WA!
See how businesses around Australia are making positive changes
Amber and the team from the @choicethediscountstore Bundaberg were happy to chat to us about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September. Thanks for having us guys!
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks so much to Daniel and the team from @kingkongsales in Bundaberg for chatting to us about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks to Ambah and the team at Drakes Proserpine! Great chatting about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Some next level signage and storage here at @mitre10 Mackay. Thanks to Rebecca and the team for their participation in the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks so much to Kristy and the team here @kaisercraft Morayfield for a chat about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
The team here at Super Butcher in Browns Plains are implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Joyce and the team at Mount Isa Pets and Produce are implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks to Troy from @choicethediscountstore here in Gladstone for having us. From Sept 1 2024 QLD retailers are prohibited from selling knives and other controlled items to minors under 18. The new laws come with additional requirements such as placing signage on display as seen here!
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Great to see the team here at @ozzieoutdoors_isa implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Cheers to Cole and the team for having us in store at @kathmandugear Kawana. Retailers across QLD are welcoming in the QLD Knife Sale Laws that came into effect on Sept 1.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Shoutout to the team here at Kerry`s Korner Store Caloundra. Iman is proud of the new signage. From 1 Sept 2024 retailers selling knives must no longer sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Retailers across QLD are welcoming in the QLD Knife Sale Laws that came into effect on Sept 1. The team at Sportspower Ingham already have new processes including mandatory signage.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Alina and Mona and the team at @eckersleys in Lutwyche are implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Smiles all round for the new signage and knife laws. It was great chatting to the team here at @cashconvertersaus in Cairns about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks to the great team here at Tentworld Cairns as they are implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Retailers across QLD are welcoming in the QLD Knife Sale Laws that came into effect on Sept 1. Jason and the team at @rseasafety Rockhampton already have new processes including mandatory signage. Great work guys!
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
It was great chatting to the team here at Kaisercraft in Aspley about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Great to have Bentley Plaza on board with this WA wide Single Use Plastics Campaign! Thanks so much to the team here for showcasing the importance of educating and informing the public around plastic waste.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
@belmontforum getting creative with their single use plastics campaign materials...and we love to see it!!! Thanks so much to the amazing team at Belmont and all the amazing work they do behind the scenes. Great stuff guys 👏
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
@banksiagrovewa have utilised these campaign materials extremely well! Thanks so much to the team here for supporting a great cause throughout Western Australia. This all goes a long way in ensuring retailers and consumers are educated about the WA single use plastics ban.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
Shoutout to the team from @mandurahforum showcasing the plastics ban materials. Great to have visibility all throughout WA. Let`s all do what we can to support retailers and centres during this time.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
@butler_central looking amazing showcasing the plastic ban awareness materials! Shoutout to the team here for their great work with this setup! Campaigns like this help raise awareness and drive important conversations around waste.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
Thanks so much to the legends down south at Albany Plaza! Great to have them on board this important plastics awareness campaign. This helps the regional areas of Western Australia combine to get conversations around plastic waste flowing.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
Shoutout to @westfieldwhitfordcity for being a part of the WA single use plastics campaign! Positive change is in progress all across Western Australia. Thanks so much to the team here for helping raise awareness in the community around plastic waste.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
Guide to the ban
The WA Government and National Retail Association have collaboratively created a Comprehensive Guide for Business. This one-stop resource covers ALL existing and upcoming bans in Western Australia.
Handy videos
The WA Government has produced a range of videos to further increase awareness of the bans across key items.
Businesses are encouraged to watch the videos and share them across your network to help spread the word.
Packaging Solution Finder
Find compliant products quickly and easily with the Plastic Ban Solution Finder, recently launched by Boomerang Alliance and the WA Government.
This new website provides a searchable database of alternatives to banned food and drink packaging items, making the switch simple and stress-free.
The NRA will hold regular online information sessions on the Stage 2 bans from June 2023 and throughout 2024.
Click below to register for upcoming information sessions.
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