Finalists have been announced, the awards are ready, and the menu is set. The only question left: who will walk away a winner?   On 29 October at the Melbourne Arts Centre, the Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards will shine a spotlight on Australia’s sustainability trailblazers.   This year’s finalists are a diverse and impressive group, representing [...]

We are proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards, showcasing the outstanding individuals, projects and organisations leading the way in Australia’s waste and resource recovery sector.    Recognising innovation, excellence, and commitment to sustainability, this year’s shortlist highlights the industry’s best across a diverse range of categories.  The finalists are:  [...]

Do you know a young professional making a real difference in the recycling and resource recovery industry? The Young Professional of the Year Award, part of the 2025 Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards, celebrates the next generation of leaders driving meaningful change. Open to individuals aged 35 or younger at the time of nomination closing, [...]

The Leader of the Year Award is one of the highest honours at the Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards – recognising a senior executive, manager, director, or equivalent who has truly made an impact. This award celebrates those who have: Shaped the success of their organisation Driven meaningful innovation in sustainability, waste reduction, and recycling [...]

The Waste Innovation and Recycling Awards help raise awareness, inspire change, and drive progress within the industry. This is your chance to be involved. After a successful 2024 event, the 2025 awards are expected to deliver more exceptional nominees and winners, recognising the companies and people who bring value to the recycling and resource recovery [...]