Waste education

Council's waste education program is focused on engaging with the community through a range of events, programs and partnerships to influence positive waste and recycling behaviours.

Workshops for schools and early learning centres

Local schools, kindergartens and early learning centres can access a range of free learning opportunities to support our community in managing waste responsibly and living more sustainably. Programs are catered for both students and educators, providing a holistic approach to community waste education.

School waste education program - Recycling Rules! 

The Recycling Rules! school incursion program is designed for both primary and secondary schools. The content helps students understand:

• The consequences of sending waste to landfill
• The importance of recycling correctly
• What materials can be recycled at home and school
• How the recycling process works

This engaging 45-minute session is delivered by an experienced Educator from EnviroCom, experts in environmental sustainability, and includes time for student questions. It aligns with the Australian National Curriculum and complements existing classroom units or school sustainability programs.

By focusing on this challenge, we aim to empower students with the knowledge to make a real difference.

To book this incursion for your school, contact Council' Waste Education team via email: resourceeducator@melton.vic.gov.au

Waste education for early childhood educators

Melton City Council offers engaging professional development sessions for early childhood educators, from local early learning centres and kindergartens, to support local educators in teaching the next generation about the importance of sustainability.

Throughout the sessions, a representative from environmental sustainability experts, EnviroCom, will guide you through several topics including what happens to the waste generated at your centre/kindergarten, practical strategies for better waste management and three engaging lessons that can be delivered to children to help them learn about waste management and sustainability in a fun and impactful way.

These sessions are delivered once a year across multiple locations. Upcoming sessions will be listed below when they are available.

Resources

There are many readily available resources for teachers and parents who want to educate children about recycling and the environment. 

Schools can visit Resource Smart Schools, an initiative encouraging sustainability in schools, which means real savings for your school budget and the environment, as well as hands-on environmental learning for students of all levels. 

Other environmental resources, including incursions and excursions arranged by Council, can be found on our Environment and sustainability webpages.

Check what goes in which bin through our A - Z Waste Guide.

Events

Clean Up Australia Day   

Clean up your neighbourhood by collecting and removing rubbish. Register to join the clean up by visiting Clean Up Australia Day.

If you know of another site that needs love, attention, and a good clean, you can register your own clean-up site online. If you choose to register your own site, Melton City Council can assist with site planning and rubbish removal. Contact our Waste Services Department on 03 9747 5360 for more information or resourceeducator@melton.vic.gov.au

Annual events