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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 […]

After spending much time inside during winter, some Aussies often take a week off once September steps in, not for a vacation but for spring cleaning. While you’re up for it to welcome a new season, insufficient planning makes this cleaning tradition challenging. Organising a thorough spring cleaning covering your entire property is essential. This […]

What happens to broken or outdated home appliances when disposed of?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, […]

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 […]

Unless you’re working asynchronously, most Aussies spend their time in offices. This means you have a hand in the country’s 32.8 million tonnes of commercial waste. That’s a huge chunk of Australia’s 75.6 million tonnes of collected waste in 2020-21. Once thrown in the curbside bins, you might think less about the heaps of paper […]

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®, […]

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. […]

An office has a lot of clutter, and shifting into a zero-waste office isn’t only for sustainability. It also enables the company to save money on operational waste and recycling management. Method Recycling notes that, based on recent studies, an average office worker produces 2 kg of waste daily. Paper-based products constitute 0.9 kg, and […]

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 […]

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 […]

Before the widespread adoption of sustainable office practices in NSW, the Department of Environment, Climate Change, and Water conducted a 2007 survey that revealed a shocking reality about commercial and industrial waste. Millions of tonnes of C and I waste were disposed of in Sydney landfills—the amount could fill more than 7,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools! […]

Demolition waste comes from building and demolition activities, including plasterboard, bricks, contaminated soil, concrete, and rocks. No wonder the building industry is a major contributor to Australia’s landfills.  The country’s construction and demolition industry produces over 27 million tonnes of waste each year and is the leading source of managed waste in Australia. The volume of rubbish they can […]

People who find it difficult to part with or throw away things, believing that they need to save them, may suffer from a condition known as hoarding disorder. They keep many items, whether valuable or trash, inside their homes until their living spaces become cramped, disorganised, and unlivable. According to UNSW Sydney, hoarding affects 2.5% […]

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 […]

According to the NSW State of Environment, NSW's annual waste volume will increase from 21 million tonnes to almost 34 million over the next 20 years. Proper waste disposal is crucial for a clean and maintained environment and for preventing the development of various diseases, whether land, water, or airborne. However, there are important procedures […]