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Darling Dave running the bins down to the street — Oh, bin there, done that! If your bin’s been given the cold shoulder on collection day, don’t flip your lid! Maybe the truck’s just having an “off” day, or perhaps the driver didn’t spot your bin playing hide and seek. Fear not, Darling Dave has a plan as solid as a landfill! Just let your bin enjoy some fresh air out front, and dial Council on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227). They’ll wheel their way to you faster than a seagull on a hot chip! And remember, don’t let your bin feel “down in the dumps”! Keep track of your kerbside collection day.

Darling Dave sad outside the tip because it is closed — G’day, mates! There’s nothing like sweatin’ like a gumnut in a heatwave all Sunday morning, wrestling with the overgrown trees and bushes in your yard, strapping down your load tighter than a kangaroo’s pouch, and driving to your local Waste Management Facility and crikey, it’s closed! Don’t let this happen to you, always check your local waste site and stay on top of their operating hours. Tip: Isaac waste sites close on public holidays. Plan ahead and avoid a house smellier than a dingo’s den!

Darling Dave showing kids how great a worm bin is — Hey there, it’s me, Darling Dave, your friendly compost comedian, here to worm my way into your heart with some eco-friendly humour! You’ve heard of composting, right? Well, worm farming is like composting, but with more wiggles and giggles! It’s cheaper than a bag of chips, easier than tying your shoelaces, and it’s a heavyweight champion in the food waste reduction arena! All you need is a worm farm, some worms (which you can generally find in your backyard, probably planning their next worm party under rocks or logs), and your food scraps. These little wrigglers will munch on your leftovers like they’re at an all-you-can-eat buffet, transforming up to 4kg a week into the Rolls Royce of fertilisers for your garden plants. Now, isn’t that just worm-derful? This is a fantastic way to recycle your food waste and give back to the soil what it gave to you. It’s like the circle of life, but with more squirming. Start your worm farm today and join me in the worm revolution. Let’s get a wriggle on!

Darling Dave taking his old car battery to the right place as the Waste Management Facility — Howdy folks, it’s your pal, Darling Dave, and I’m here to drop a shocking truth on you: batteries are not your pals. Sure, they give life to your beloved bleep-bloops and whatchamacallits, but they’ve got a negative side too. Toss 'em in the bin or landfill, and they might just spark a fire. That’s one backyard BBQ I would not like to attend! Take those batteries (car, household, any type shape or size) down to your local Waste Management Facility, where they can be safely recycled or disposed of, and it won’t cost you a cent! Whether they’re big like a brick or small like a tic-tac, they all gotta go. Remember this energizing tip from me: don’t bin your batteries, recycle them. You’ll be charged up that you did.

Darling Dave tappity tapping on his phone — It’s your old mate, Darling Dave, back with another gem for you. Let’s talk trash, but in a good way! I’ve got an app that’s so cool, it’ll make your rubbish bin blush. It’s called Recycle Mate, and it’s the bee’s knees of the recycling world. This app is like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat, but instead, it’s pulling recycling tips out of its digital hat. It’s got AI and smart searches that’ll tell you what’s recyclable and what’s not. Just snap a photo of the item, and voila! The app will tell you if it’s recyclable and where to toss it. It’s as easy as pie, and who doesn’t love pie? With Recycle Mate, you’ll be recycling like a pro, no ifs, ands, or buts about it. Say goodbye to confusion, sayonara to guesswork, and adios to waste! So, don’t dilly-dally! Download Recycle Mate today and join me in the recycling revolution.

Darling Dave looking confused in a close shop — Howdy! It’s Darling Dave, your pun-loving pal, here to dish on the dark side of online shopping. Ever wonder where those impulse buys end up? In dumpsville, belching out greenhouse gases. Not so chic, eh? We Aussies chuck out 800,000 tonnes of textiles yearly, enough to stuff nearly five Sydney Opera Houses! And crafting clothes drains your wallet and our resources. One cotton shirt takes a whopping 2,700 litres of water to make! We’re chucking a rubbish truck’s worth of clothes into landfill every 10 minutes…crikey! So, next time you’re about to hit ‘checkout’, pause. Do you need that new outfit, or is there a doppelgänger in your closet? Can you revamp your old threads or pass them on? Remember, thrift shopping isn’t just economical, it’s a treasure hunt. Who knows what gems you’ll find!

Darling Dave looking proud as punch — G’day, Darling Dave here! Let’s yarn about the three R’s: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. They’re like the three musketeers of waste management. We produce a heap of waste each year so your small actions can make a big difference! Here are some quick tips: Renovations: Hunt for used materials. They’re not just cheaper and full of character, they’re also really good for reducing waste. Painting: Buy only what you need and opt for eco-friendly paints. Remember, waste not, want not, and that’s not just a brush off! Batteries: Choose rechargeable ones and recycle them at your local facility. It’s the power of positive recycling! Fridge and Freezer: Set the right temperature to keep food fresh and save energy. It’s a cool way to be eco-friendly! Groceries: Buy in bulk with your own reusable bags. It’s not just about saving cents, it’s about making sense!

Darling Dave in the kitchen showing different types of waste — Hey there, it’s your pun-loving pal, Darling Dave! Let’s dive into the world of waste reduction, or as I like to call it, the waste not, want not world! Here’s some awesome tips to get you started: 1. Meal Planning: Plan your meals to avoid the what’s for dinner dilemma and food waste. It’s a recipe for success! 2. Reusable Items: Opt for reusable containers and bags. They’re not just eco-friendly, they’re also re-useful! 3. Composting: Turn food scraps into garden gold by composting. It’s ground-breaking! 4. Local Produce: Buy local or grow your own. It’s the root to fresher and tastier food! 5. Natural Cleaners: Make your own cleaning products. They’re safe, cheap, and clean for the planet!

Darling Dave looking almost too happy to be flushing a toilet — Howdy! It’s your chucklesome chum, Darling Dave! When you’re a pro at the porcelain, you launch waste on a rollercoaster ride through our wastewater treatment network. It whooshes down pipes faster than a greased weasel, heading straight for a treatment plant where the gross bits are given the boot and the water is spruced up. But, yikes….flush the wrong stuff and you’re stirring up a poo-dicament at home, in the wastewater treatment network, and at the wastewater treatment plant. And hey, don’t think caravanners are off the hook! The same rules apply at your local Council’s caravan dump points. We once had someone put a tent peg wrapped in toilet paper down there 🤦‍♀️ So, be a flush-fantastic hero and lend a hand to yours truly, Darling Dave, in keeping the sewerage in the drains, not raining on our parade, lets refrain from any ex-poo-sives! Remember… only flush the 3Ps – pee, poo and (toilet) paper!

Darling Dave in the waste truck — G’day! It’s Darling Dave, the waste whisperer! I’m here to spill the beans about the epic odyssey of your bins after our Cleanaway trucks whisk them away. Your waste is whisked off to the sorting centre, to work out anything that can be reused or recycled. You might be gobsmacked by what your old bottles, cans, and papers can morph into. Perhaps a shiny new bike, a snazzy shirt, or even a riveting book. Who knew your trash had such class? This is what we call the circular economy, where waste is recovered and returned in a continuous cycle. It’s like a magic trick, but instead of pulling a rabbit out of a hat, we’re pulling a bike out of a bin! It’s not just good for the environment, it’s a slam dunk for the economy too. A sustainable future isn’t just a pipe dream, it’s possible through this strategy. And you can be a part of it, by reducing, reusing, and recycling your waste. So channel your inner Darling Dave, don’t let what’s in your bins go to waste.

Darling Dave all thumbs up over a red bin — Red bin, yellow bin, compost bin, green waste. Do you know what goes where? Let me help you begin. Bin there, done that? Well, here’s a refresher, you’ll be a pro in no pressure! Yellow bin: Aluminium and steel cans Plastic containers and bottles Paper Cardboard Glass Red bin: Soft plastics including plastic bags Ceramics Aerosols Shredded paper Batteries General household waste Polystyrene Coffee cups. Green waste (can be dropped at your local Waste Management Facility for free): Lawn clippings Tree clippings Leaves Start your own compost bin with: Food scraps Coffee grounds Tea leaves and tea bags

Darling Dave holdi9ng some recycling and showing kids what to do with it — Howdy! It’s me, Darling Dave, your waste wrangling wizard! Here’s a nifty trick to help line your pockets. It’s called Containers for Change, and it’s a scheme that rewards you for recycling your cans and bottles. You can earn a shiny dime back on every container you put back into the system. That’s right, 10c for each one! You could buy yourself a treat, save up for a rainy day, or donate it to a good cause. It’s your call. You’ll also be doing your part to reduce waste and protect the planet. Over 5 billion containers have been returned through the refund points so far. That’s a lot of containers that won’t end up in landfill or the ocean. So, what are you waiting for? Join me and thousands of others in Containers for Change. Get the kids involved, it’s a great incentive to get a savings account started! It’s like teaching them the value of money and the value of the environment at the same time! Be more like Darling Dave, don’t let your containers go to waste and help save our planet!

Darling Dave in his ute taking rubbish to the waste management facility — Ever feel like using our Waste Management Facilities is like playing a game of Where’s Waldo? but with trash? You’re not alone! It can be a real head-scratcher figuring out what goes where, how much it costs, and why it even matters. We’ve got a cheat sheet for you. Our website is packed with Frequently Asked Questions that can help you crack the code. It’s like a secret decoder ring, but for trash! You can find them one page back on the website. And if you ever find yourself in a bind, don’t hesitate to give us a buzz! Our friendly staff are always ready to jump in and save the day. Just dial 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) - it’s like a superhero hotline, but for waste management!

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