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Push to wind up company behind plastic recycling scheme

A court will be asked to wind up the company behind a soft plastics recycling scheme that's left mountains of waste across the country.

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Coles and Woolworths ordered to dump more than 5,200 tonnes of recycled soft plastic in landfill

NSW environment officials alert Fire and Rescue over concerns plastic is being stored dangerously following suspension of the REDcycle scheme

The Guardian - AU

Supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths given notice to clean up 5,200 tonnes of soft plastics

The Environment Protection Authority warns the enormous stockpiles of soft plastics are sitting in warehouses from "floor to the ceiling, blocking entry ways and preventing adequate ventilation".

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REDcycle stockpile destined for landfill in NSW

The NSW EPA has ordered Coles and Woolworth to take the REDcycle stockpiles to landfill, saying the plastics were a fire hazard.

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Police release CCTV footage in appeal for information regarding death of Mackay toddler

Investigators believe shoppers at a North Queensland supermarket and chemist could be the key to uncovering what happened to the two-year-old girl.

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Shopping hack gains a following as Australians hunt for savings

As grocery prices soar, Australians are paying attention to price tickets while shopping to make sure they're getting the best deal.

The New Daily

What's driving the potato chip shortage and when will it pass?

Potatoes are among Australia’s favourite vegetables. However, we are facing a shortage of processed potatoes, especially of frozen chips. Coles introduced a two-item limit for shoppers seeking frozen potato products. Fish and chip businesses are under pressure and some are outraged McDonald’s is launching a new potato product in the…

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NT senator Malarndirri McCarthy urges alcohol industry to 'step up' and help reduce crime and violent behaviour

Assistant Minister for Indigenous Australians Malarndirri McCarthy calls on the liquor industry to 'step up' and help clamp down on alcohol-fuelled violence in Central Australia.

ABC News

Supermarket prices surge and there's more inflation to come, warn analysts

Supermarket price increases accelerated over the past three months of 2022, with Woolworths leading the charge, according to research by investment bank UBS.

ABC News

NT Police confirm Todd Tavern liquor licence suspended over alleged domestic violence amid Alice Springs crime spike

The two busiest bottle shops in Alice Springs will be shut this weekend as the town grapples with an ongoing crisis of alcohol-fuelled violence and crime.

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Why we throw away tonnes of perfectly fine but ‘unaesthetic’ produce

Farmers want relaxed "aesthetic" standards for produce, saying good food is going to waste. But part of the issue is in the home.

The New Daily

Consumer watchdog calls on public to report social media influencers failing to disclose posts as ads

Influencers who are in breach of the Australian Consumer Law can face penalties of up to $2.5m

The Guardian - AU

Peter Dutton calls for the federal government to act on Alice Springs crime, as supermarket giants reduce liquor sales

Peter Dutton says he fears there'll be "tragedy" in Alice Springs as the town battles an intense, violent and prolonged crime crisis.

ABC News

Coles drops and locks prices on more items amid cost-of-living crisis

As part of its Dropped and Locked program, Coles has lowered the prices of even more items to help customers save a bit while they shop.

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We Asked A Recycling Company Worker What We’re All Doing Wrong It’s A Lot

To help debunk false myths about how to recycle properly, we spoke to the Circular Economy Manager at Containers for Change.

The New Daily

Price freezes are ending, but supermarkets say shoppers won’t be left in the lurch

Grocery price freezes are ending, but supermarkets will be keeping an eye on seasonal needs to make sure shopping carts won't get too empty.

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FML: Grocery Costs Are Expected To Soar Bc Supermarket Price Freezes Are About To Expire

So keen to spend $14 on a single vegetable again. x

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Reddit’s Losing It ‘Cos Milk, Bread ‘Nanas Cost $12.50 In 2023 So Here’s What Food’s Cheap RN

An Aussie Redditor sparked outrage online at the price of milk, bread and bananas and we all need help finding cheap fruit and veg this month.

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The Canberra Times

'I don't know what I'm going to do': South Coast fish and chip shops suffer from potato shortage

As tourism peaks in the South Coast, managers of fish and chip shops say the shortage couldn't have come at a worse time.

Daily Mirror

Mum slams 'lethal' £1 supermarket salad after biting into huge rusty sewing needle

A mum-of-two has slammed a supermarket after she discovered a rusty sewing needle after biting down into her coleslaw and is now hoping the chain considers recalling the product

AAP

Millions of hot cross buns hit shelves

The Christmas leftovers might still be in the fridge but the hot cross buns have just made a return to Coles supermarkets, months before Easter.

AAP

Harmful receipt chemicals spark concern

Retailers are opting for alternatives to harmful chemicals found in paper receipts but some common substitutes still pose risks.

The New Daily

Your ultimate guide to trading hours this Christmas

TND checked in with the big supermarkets to compile what days and times they'll be open this Christmas period.

The Canberra Times

What's open in Canberra over Christmas and New Year 2023

Comprehensive guide to what is open over the public holidays.

The Canberra Times

Ten possible spinach poisoning cases in ACT

A number of Coles products are now being recalled because of potential contamination with unsafe plant material.

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