Maribyrnong council is calling on the community to take part in Plastic Free July (PJF) – a global campaign aimed at reducing single-use plastics.
The campaign involves participants choosing one plastic item to swap with a reusable and then signing up with their postcode so the collective impact of the campaign can be measured.
Maribyrnong mayor Pradeep Tiwari said PFJ served as a powerful reminder that everyday actions can lead to lasting change.
“Small changes by individuals can lead to big results when we work together,” Cr Tiwari said.
“ By signing up with your postcode, you are not just making a personal commitment – you are helping us track and celebrate Maribyrnong’s community-wide action against plastic waste.“
To support the PJF campaign and get people involved, a range of activities have been organised throughout the month, beginning with pop-up roadshows at Maribyrnong libraries from July 1 to 4.
There will also be workshops offering hands-on ways to get involved in the campaign, with Phoenix Youth Centre hosting a beeswax wrap-making session for young people on July 22, while similar sessions will be held at Yarraville Seniors Centre on July 25 .
On July 23 and 29 ’Flags to Bags’ workshops will take place at Maidstone Community Centre, a community-led circular materials project where retired city gateway flags are transformed into reusable bags.
The campaign will then wrap up on August 1 with the Plastic Free July community celebration at the Maribyrnong civic precinct and community hub in Footscray.
For more information visit: https://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Residents/Bins-and-recycling/Waste-reduction-programs/Plastic-Free-July-Maribyrnong
