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Attend a workshop

Learn and find ways to reuse, repair and recycle used items. 

Check out the events/workshops/videos listed below, such as composting, keeping backyard chickens or making money selling unwanted stuff at one of our second-hand markets. 

 

Composting and worm farming

Dispose of food waste and create environmentally friendly, natural fertiliser for your garden through composting and worm farms.

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Waste reduction events

Check out these interesting waste reduction workshops, events, webinars and activities to learn how to reduce your impact on the environment...

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Avalon Car Boot Sale

Don’t send your unwanted goods to landfill… sell them at the Avalon Car Boot Sale at Dunbar Park Avalon.

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Garage Sales - Northern Beaches

Find out how to throw a garage sale and get free advertising for your sale.

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Beeswax wraps instructions

Beeswax wraps are a great alternative to using single use plastic wrap and it’s an easy process you can do at home. Learn a new skill while helping keep our oceans plastic free.

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Food waste

Here's some great ideas on how to reduce food waste going to landfill and reduce the impact on our environment.

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Switch to reusable cloth nappies

Disposable nappies contain plastic that takes many years to decompose. Switch to modern cloth nappies and save dollars and the...

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Celebrate Halloween sustainably

Celebrate Halloween sustainably. Check out our tricks and treats to get you started.

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EOI: Community Drop Off Event - Household Items

We’re seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from interested organisations to partner with Council to manage and run community drop off...

Reuse and Recycling Event

Drive and drop off your old and unwanted items in good condition at our local event.

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Northern Beaches Reuse and Recycling Map

Find your nearest clothing bin or places that accept towels, blankets, toys, sporting equipment, old spectacles, furniture, bikes and more!

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