One of the biggest pieces of furniture that's a challenge to dispose of is a piano. Whether it's an upright or a grand piano, removing a piano once it breaks down or you decide to upgrade your home becomes difficult. It's the same issue for those who downgrade to a smaller house, an apartment or […]
Top Waste and Trash Polluting Our Planet
The world population was estimated to be around 8 billion in 2023 and is projected to increase to 8.5 billion in 2030. These significant numbers, along with growing urbanisation and consumerism, directly impact global waste and trash production. The environmental and health consequences of inefficient and unchecked waste management can have far-reaching impacts. But despite […]
Can I Put Timber Wood into a Green Waste Bin?
After trimming hedges and cutting overgrown tree branches, what do I do with waste timber wood? Can I put it in a green waste bin or take it directly to a recycling centre? In Australia, you can’t just throw away timber waste in regular rubbish bins or directly to landfills or recycling sites. You must […]
How to Reduce Waste: Ideas for Zero-Waste Living
Have you ever wondered where that piece of candy wrapper you threw in the bin or that plastic bag you discarded will eventually end up? In Australia, most rubbish we throw away in bins is in landfills. ABC News reports that despite national efforts to control rubbish disposal, a large portion of rubbish in the […]
Sydney Council Rubbish Collection Dates
EPA revealed that New South Wales generated over 22.4 million tonnes of waste in 2022-23. While almost two-thirds of this waste is recycled, each person produces 2.68 tonnes of rubbish—heavier than a typical car! Householders require reliable, scheduled pickups to eliminate such growing rubbish issues. Read on to learn Sydney’s council collection dates and discover […]
How To Dispose of Hazardous Waste in Sydney
Sydneysiders face a massive waste problem as the city grows to over 1.3 million people by 2030. This is alarming, given that the metropolis's rubbish grows six times more than its population! While you can easily throw most of this rubbish in your bins, it’s different for hazardous items. Expired paint is an example. It can contaminate […]
Best Ways to Dispose of Timber
The NSW EPA reported that around 75% of construction and demolition waste goes to local landfills. This waste consists of timber, concrete, bricks, waste asphalt, rocks, and soil from razed structures and construction and renovation jobs across the region. Of all these materials, timber is recyclable and may be repurposed in many ways. Untreated timber […]
Best Ways To Clear Out A Storage Facility
The Self Storage Association of Australasia has reported a surge in demand for storage solutions across the region in 2023, with more than 2,260 storage facilities in Australia and 605 in New Zealand. This growth reflects a strong interest in self-storage solutions for personal or business needs. Part of this demand is an increasing challenge […]
How to Get Rid of Household Appliances Safely
What happens to broken or outdated home appliances when disposed of? Re-Source Australia reveals a mind-bending 75.8 megatonnes (Mt) of waste in 2023, which includes household, commercial, and industrial wastes. Household waste includes food, e-waste cleaning products, and household appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, televisions, air conditioners, and washing machines. Because these items are bulky, […]
Rubbish Removal for Tenants: How to Leave Your Rental Clean
Rental homes in NSW are mostly covered by new tenancy agreements for a fixed term of twelve months, two or five years. Some properties can be leased for a maximum term of ten years. It all depends on the client and specific conditions related to the particular housing offer. However long or short your rental […]
Green Office Certifications: Waste Management Practices
Green office certifications promote workplace sustainability and help organisations deplete their environmental impact, improve employees’ overall well-being, and optimise operational efficiency. These green certifications endorse an office’s endeavours to accomplish sustainable practices. It evaluates energy and environmental design efficiency, indoor air quality, resource use, and sustainable waste management. Common accreditation programs include Green Business Benchmark®, […]
How AI is Revolutionising Waste & Rubbish Sorting
Our growing waste problem devastates our planet faster than we could imagine. And every second, a lot of stuff is thrown in our bins. But what happens to the rubbish thrown in these bins remains a mystery to most. While some of these wastes might end up elsewhere, general garbage bins go straight into landfills. […]
How to Dispose of a Pool Table
The growing interest in cue games has increased the demand for pool tables among private and business owners. It is now common to find pool tables in bars, clubs, sports clubs, and entertainment centres. Also, having a pool table increases a property’s value. It is a great investment for homeowners who want to sell their […]
What are the 5 R’s of Waste Management?
Sydney produces around 3.5 million tonnes of trash annually. However, only 40% is recycled, and more than half are in landfills. There is still so much waste that’s rotting and polluting the environment! This is one of the many reasons the city pushes for sustainability and protecting the environment to benefit everyone. Sustainable Sydney is […]
Australia’s Phasing Out of Single-Use Plastics
Australia has made significant strides toward reducing environmental pollution by phasing out single-use plastics. Each state has introduced specific initiatives and legislation to tackle the problem, aiming for a cleaner, greener future. At All Gone Rubbish Removals, we are committed to supporting these initiatives and helping Australians manage their waste responsibly. Let’s look at how […]