Feb2014_Dayboro’s Kerbside Recycling Collections Under Threat

Dayboro kerbside recycling collections are under threat if a decision is agreed to introduce a Container Deposit Levy (CDL) in Dayboro. The proposal is currently being considered by Federal and State environment ministers.

 

The CDL would see Dayboro residents paying an additional 10c on every water bottle, drink can, and milk, wine and other drink bottle purchased. This is termed as a ‘deposit’, which can be redeemed if a consumer takes the clean container to new public collection points.

With bottles and cans being diverted to the CDL and public collection points instead of their usual kerbside recycling bins estimates suggest that metropolitan local councils will lose between $2100 and $8300 per thousand households annually if the levy is introduced, making it uneconomical to sustain the frequency of collections. 

 

Stan Moore, CEO of the National Packaging Covenant Industry Association (NPCIA) said he wanted Dayboro residents to be aware of the likely consequences of the proposed Container Deposit Levy and to protect their valued kerbside collection scheme.

 

Mr Moore said: "Residents have become used to the convenience and efficiency of putting all their packaging, including bottles, cans and paper out for recycling. It’s become a way of life for most of us. 

 

But a service we’ve come to rely on is under threat and if the CDL is introduced, it could force Moreton Bay Regional Council to reduce or even stop altogether kerbside collection in the area.

 

"If this happens Dayboro residents will have to separate, collect their containers, store them and then organise to take them to a collection point. Some people, especially those living in an apartment or townhouse, will find it difficult to store a large number of cans and bottles. Others, especially the more elderly or less mobile, will find it difficult to transport them to a public collection point."

 

Mr Moore concluded: "Dayboro should be proud of their achievements over the last 10 years.  Recycling rates have rocketed, litter levels plummeted and Dayboro has reduced its impact on the environment.  For many people in the local area it has become a way of life. But all this work is under threat by the Container Deposit Levy."

 

Mr Moore is calling on all local Dayboro residents to make their voices heard before it’s too late.

 

Dayboro residents who want to take action should visit www.dotherightthing.com.au  and complete the petition to continue to Do the Right Thing and not introduce the CDL.