The 2025 Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards have recognised the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations driving progress across Australia’s waste, recycling, and resource recovery sectors.

Finalists have been announced, the awards are ready, and the menu is set. The only question left: who will walk away a winner?  

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.   

Do you know a young professional making a real difference in the recycling and resource recovery industry?

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.

The Waste Innovation and Recycling Awards help raise awareness, inspire change, and drive progress within the industry. This is your chance to be involved.