Plastic Free July

Plastic Free July® is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution - so we can have cleaner streets, oceans and beautiful communities. Last year an estimated 174 million people participated globally. Participants made small, but impactful changes, such as switching to a reusable water bottle, using a reusable coffee cup, actively choosing unpackaged produce and avoiding plastic wrap.

The Plastic Free July challenge provides resources and ideas to help participants (and millions of others around the world) reduce single-use plastic waste every day at home, work, school and in the community. 

By participating, Maroondah City Council is supporting the community to choose to refuse single use plastics directly and helping to create cleaner communities and a sustainable future.

Get involved in Plastic Free July

The Plastic Free July website is a great place to get inspiration and support and to share your tips, ideas, and experiences.

Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Upcoming events

Make a difference

Below are some tips and tricks on how you can make a difference year-round:

  • Take your own container to your local butcher, deli or fishmonger to avoid pre-packaged meat products
  • Switch from bottled hair and body products to a shampoo bar or soap bar
  • Choose reusable drink bottles
  • Make homemade snacks
  • Choose loose produce, or take your own produce bags
  • Avoid disposable coffee cups and ‘up your cup game’
  • Bring a reusable container for takeaway
  • Make your own reusables kit
  • Avoid plastic wrap in the kitchen by using reusable food covers or beeswax wraps
  • Make your own personal care products.

Waste and sustainability events

Council offers a range of free waste education events and workshops.

See all waste and sustainability events

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