School Waste Education Program (SWEP)

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Hornsby Shire Council’s School Waste Education Program (SWEP) aims to assist teachers and students understand why waste matters. By determining what areas of education are suitable for your school community, we can provide a tailored approach to your school’s needs.

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We can assist with:

  • Providing FREE Keep Australia Beautiful Enviromentors incursions – bookings apply.
  • Hands-on support with composting and worm farming, along with guidance on reducing food waste.
  • Advice about Council’s commercial waste and recycling services for your school.
  • Waste audits and printable recycling signage.
  • Tips and tricks to establish a sustainable garden and ongoing maintenance.
  • Litter challenges and the impacts on local waterways.

For more information or to get started on your school’s projects, contact waste@hornsby.nsw.gov.au or the waste hotline on 13 70 30.

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