Plastic takeaway containers used solely for hot, liquidy food were provided a temporary class exemption to allow additional time to source alternatives, however this exemption will expire on 31 August 2026.

From 1 March 2024, plastic PET cans, jars and cups with attached lids or seals were banned in Western Australia under the state’s single-use plastics regulations.

More time and support fo businesses experiencing genuine short term challenges with the new WA Barrier Bag Design Standard.

New timings have been announced for barrier bag requirments in WA. Register for a free online info session to find out more.

Class exemption for food containers and their lids for hot soupy or liquidy foods has been extended to 31 Aug 2026.

From 1 September 2025, all barrier bags provided in Western Australia must comply with a mandatory design standard as part of Stage 2 of WA’s Plan for Plastics. This update outlines the key requirements and considerations for affected businesses.

The Plastic Ban Solution Finder website is now available, providing a list of ban compliant food ware products to help hospitality businesses find solutions quickly and easily.

The WA Government has produced a range of videos to further increase awareness of the bans across key items...

Class exemption allowing extra time for the sale and supply of plastic takeaway food containers and lids to mine sites with onsite kitchens...

Class exemption allowing extra time for food containers and their lids for hot soupy or liquidy foods...

Class exemption allowing extra time for electronic products weighing between 25 kg and 45 kg that require moulded expanded plastic packaging...

Have your say on proposed design standard for produce and barrier bags...

UPDATE: Process for exemption applications and compliance action during review

WA Government has decided to amend the regulations relating to produce bags supplied for loose fresh fruit and vegetables...

The WA Government has published 4 additional factsheets explaining aspects of the Stage 2 ban in more detail...

The WA Government and National Retail Association have collaboratively created a Comprehensive Guide which covers ALL existing and upcoming plastic bans in Western Australia.

Extra time has been provided for items to achieve their Australian composting certification based on certain conditions.

The WA Government has passed regulations to phase-out more single-use plastic items over the next 3 years...

Stage 2 regulations are planned to commence 1 February 2023, with bans on supply staggered from August 2023 to August 2024...

Today, the NRA has been informed that a time-limited exemption for specific items undergoing composting certification has been approved