Unfortunately it's becoming common to see disposable face masks littered around our beautiful Ballina Shire. But this year's Clean Up Australia Day aims to address this waste crisis.
Ballina Shire Council is encouraging residents to participate in Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday 6 March 2022.
Thousands of Australians nationwide have already registered for Clean Up Australia Day, but more support is urgently needed.
As the country's largest community based environmental event, Clean Up Australia Day is an opportunity to tackle our country's increasing waste problems.
Clean Up Australia Chairman, Pip Kiernan, says it's more important than ever to get involved.
"Our environment is experiencing the impact of the pandemic," said Ms Kiernan.
"We're seeing a huge surge in single-use plastics and unprecedented numbers of face masks,
takeaway coffee cups and food packaging littering our footpaths, parks and beaches.
"For every little bit that we all do on Sunday March 6, we are showing that we care and that we all have a role to play in protecting the environment around us."
Registration is easy and all community based participants receive a free Clean Up kit containing gloves, bags and other resources. Packs are available for individuals, families or groups.
If you can't join a Clean Up, Ms Kiernan urges Aussies to make a donation to Clean Up Australia.
One hundred percent of funds raised through donations provide educational resources and clean up materials free of charge to community, school and youth groups across the nation, all year round.
To register or donate visit cleanup.org.au
- Clean Up Australia Day – Sunday 6 March 2022
- Schools Clean Up Day – Friday 4 March 2022
- Business Clean Up Day – Tuesday 1 March 2022
