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The Western Australian Government implemented stage one bans in 2022. Now, additional items are proposed to be banned across three phases in 2023.
We are here to help you understand the legislation, including which items are being banned and what your sustainable solutions are.
WA, we've got you covered.
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WOODEN CUTLERY
Our Wooden Cutlery range is durable & commercially compostable.
Made from sustainably sourced birchwood our Wooden Cutlery range is a sustainable product solution where commercial composting is collected. The wooden cutlery is also coated with food-safe, non-toxic plant-based carnauba wax.
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ENDURA STRAWS
As plastic straws are phased out, our paper Endura Straws offer a sustainable alternative which will stand the test of time in a cold beverage.
Not only are these straws tested for strength, but they are recyclable – providing a responsible end of life option for your packaging.
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SUGARCANE BOWLS
Our Eco-Products® Sugarcane Noodle Bowls are a strong, grease and cut resistant alternative to traditional plastic or polystyrene.
Sugarcane fibre products are made from a reclaimed and renewable material.
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SUGARCANE PLATES
Our Eco-Products® Sugarcane plates are not only strong, grease and cut resistant alternatives to plastic or polystyrene, they’re also commercially compostable and made from a reclaimed and renewable material.
These plates are microwave, freezer and fridge safe – and they come in a range of sizes to suit your needs.
Or, choose a paper plate as a recyclable or compostable alternative.
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WA LEGISLATION EXPLAINED
Items already banned
From 1 July 2022:
- Plates: disposable plastic plates made wholly, partly, or lined with plastic
- Bowls without lids: disposable plastic bowls, without a lid, made wholly, partly, or lined with plastic, including clear PLA
- Food containers without lids: including unlidded food containers lined with plastic, unless certified compostable to AS standard
- Cutlery: disposable plastic implements for consuming food
- Stirrers: disposable plastic drink straws
- Plastic Straws
- Plastic bags: plastic bags with handles designed to carry goods purchased from a retailer, including all soft plastic shopping bags with handles, paper/cardboard bags with a polymer laminate and non-woven polypropylene bags with a minimum weight of 90gsm and stitched seems
- Polystyrene takeaway food containers: all polystyrene takeaway food containers, including trays, bowls and clam-shell containers.
From 1 October 2022:
- Disposable plastic cups for cold drinks. Includes all cups made wholly or in part of plastic, including clear PLA, unless certified compostable to the AS standard
- Banned cups include those made from compostable, biodegradable and degradable plastics and the presence of a lid or film does not affect the ban on cups.
Items to be banned
From 1 September 2023:
- Degradable plastic
- Cotton buds with plastic shafts
- Microbeads
- EPS cups and EPS in food and beverage packaging
- Loose fill EPS packaging and other expanded plastic equivalents
From 1 March 2024:
- Takeaway coffee cups
- Cup lids for hot and cold drinks
- All lidded containers and bowls excluded from Stage 1
- Trays for takeaway food excluded from Stage 1
- Produce bags
From 1 September 2024:
- Lids for takeaway food containers, bowls, trays and plates
From 1 July 2025:
- Moulded EPS packaging and other expanded plastic equivalents
Exemptions
An exemption applies to individuals with a disability or medical need to use plastic straws.
Compostable plastic packaging
The WA Government has indicated that exemptions apply for bowls and cups where they are made of a paperboard which is certified compostable to the Australian Standards.
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Paperboard bowls (with or without a lid) lined with certified compostable material to AS standard
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Paperboard bowls with lids i.e. a PE lined bowl with a PP lid is acceptable if the two are sold / provided together to customer / consumer
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Paperboard cold cups lined with certified compostable material to AS standard
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Paperboard cold cups lids can be any material
To find out more, visit WA Plastic Ban.
Learn more about Plastic Bans in Australia, here.
Contact Us about moving to Towards 2025 compliant packaging.
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