Plastic Free July

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Plastic Free July is a global movement that supports communities to refuse single-use plastic every day.

It’s not about boycotting plastic altogether – it can be as simple as just choosing one item to avoid.

Taking the challenge will help you find great alternatives that can become new habits. It might seem like a small step, but when 140 million people take a step together, it gets noticed!

Take the challenge

What single-use plastic will you choose to refuse this July? Take the challenge and browse through the official Plastic Free July website for ideas. 

Need some inspiration? 
There are so many ways you can reduce your reliance on plastic: 

  • Create a zero-waste shopping kit with reusable bags, jars or containers
  • BYO container to collect take-away food
  • Take your own mug when you order a coffee instead of getting a disposable cup
  • Make snacks at home to avoid individually wrapped items
  • Ditch plastic food wrap in favour of beeswax wraps
  • Conduct a home waste audit to identify single-use plastic items you can cut down on

 

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Example: Bring your lunch in a reusable container and use natural fibre brushes for cleaning! 

 

Plastic Free July in Hobsons Bay: Event program

Hobsons Bay City Council is taking the challenge, and running extra eco-friendly community events throughout July.

Events, workshops and activities will be listed soon. 

Future Council movie screening with pizza and popcorn

Details coming soon.

 

Learn it, make it workshops: Hand stitch a facemask

Details coming soon. 

 

More events coming soon! Check back for details.