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What you need to do now: Distributors and Wholesalers

Prepare Now

STEP 1: STOCKTAKE

Check your inventory of single-use plastic bowls and plates to ensure you will be ready for the change starting on September 1, 2023. If you use plastic stemmed cotton buds and/or plastic pizza savers, be aware that these will also be banned September 1, 2023.

  • Stop ordering single-use plastic bowls and plates now.
  • Stop ordering single-use plastic pizza savers now.
  • Stop ordering plastic stemmed cotton buds now.
  • Use up existing stock before September 1, 2023.


STEP 2: ORDER ALTERNATIVES

Order alternatives ASAP.

Visit ALTERNATIVE ITEMS for information about suppliers of alternative products. 


STEP 3: EXCESS STOCK OPTIONS

Don’t stockpile unused products for a rainy day unless you choose to retain single-use straws for people with a disability or health needs. Here are some options to avoid sending single-use items to landfill:

RETURN Contact your supplier for return options. These products may still be used interstate but items should be in the original, unopened packaging. 

RECYCLE Enquire if excess stock can be recycled – this depends on the type of plastic and if it has a use. Contact these companies (fees may apply):

YCA Recycling
Wingfield, Adelaide
Phone: 1300 503 882
www.ycarecycling.com 

Recycling Plastics Australia
Kilburn, Adelaide
Phone: 8359 1111
www.rpau.com.au/contact


STEP 4: PREPARE FOR DISPOSAL

  • Correct disposal of compostable items may mean changing your waste management and recycling systems and practices, so prepare now. 
  • In response to customer expectations, cafes and restaurants are increasingly introducing collection systems to recycle and avoid food waste – speak to your waste contractor for more information.

STEP 5: EDUCATE YOUR STAFF

  • Tell staff about the new legislation and how your business is going to avoid or replace the waste.
  • Train staff to communicate the change to your customers.


STEP 6: INFORM YOUR CUSTOMERS 

  • Display supplied Point of Sale materials available HERE – download and print
  • Help your customers to transition by communicating the change early.


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