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Queensland Waste Levy – Charitable Recycling Sector Exemption

Why is a waste disposal levy being introduced?

  • The Queensland Government is introducing a waste levy from 1 July 2019, to reduce the amount of waste disposed to landfill, and increase opportunities for resource recovery and recycling.

    • View the Department’s website and Legislation

    Is there an exemption for charitable recycling organisations?

    • Charitable recycling entities that meet the eligibility criteria will be able to apply for an exemption for waste that has been donated, but that cannot practicably be re-used, recycled or sold.

      • What is NACRO’s role?

      • NACRO has been engaged by the Queensland Government to provide an education and assistance package to assist eligible charitable recycling entities through the exemption application process, requirements and timeframes.

        • Levy Exemption Workshops

        • NACRO is facilitating a series of complimentary, face-to-face, levy exemption workshops across Queensland to ensure charities have the full information to apply for an exemption. All charities are encouraged to attend.

        Workshop Schedule & Bookings

Information and Fact Sheet

NACRO has extracted all the key information from the draft legislation and the Department of Environment & Science (the Department) requirements for charitable recycling entities here. Background, General and Specific Information is presented here. For further assistance, please contact NACRO directly for a tailored, bespoke service package to assist your charitable recycling entity.

Download Information Sheet

FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

This list of FAQs is designed to run you through all the frequently asked questions. For full information, please contact NACRO and register your attendance at the complimentary workshop in your area.

Read our FAQs

Are there any workshops in my local area?

  • NACRO has been engaged by the Queensland Government to facilitate a series of complimentary workshops across the Queensland waste levy zone in March.
  • These local workshops will ensure all charitable recycling organisations have the full information and support to enable efficient and compliant applications for the exemption.

    • Workshop Schedule & Bookings

How can I apply for an exemption?

Please contact NACRO to guide you through the application form, process and requirements. NACRO can assist, check and lodge your application with DES. Or you can lodge it directly with the Department.

Where can I get more assistance and support?

NACRO provides a complimentary support and assistance package for charitable recycling entities. Please contact:

Complimentary Monthly Newsletter

The National Association of Charitable Recycling Organisations Inc. (NACRO) is the peak organisation that represents Australia’s charities and charity op shops.