Time change: From 1 December 2023, these sessions will be held at 9am AEST (10am AEDT).
QLD Plastics Ban 2023
In June 2022, the QLD Government announced regulations to implement new requirements on plastic shopping bags and a ban on plastic cotton buds, EPS loose-fill packaging, plastic microbeads and balloon releases which came into effect 1 September 2023.
T he ban includes:
- plastic shopping bags which do not meet new requirements
- plastic cotton buds
- EPS loose-fill packaging
- plastic microbeads in rinse-off personal care and cleaning products
- balloon releases
More information about the ban: https://qldplasticsban.com.au/
The National Retail Association team is working with the QLD Government to support businesses as they transition, with our team visiting thousands of QLD stores in person, providing resources, a dedicated website for businesses, and answering industry questions via our plastics ban hotline. These support services will continue into 2024 and 2025 as further bans are being considered.
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Free info sessions for business
This regular session is designed for retailers, hospitality, suppliers or community organisations impacted by the next QLD Plastics Ban, which commenced 1 September 2023. These sessions are a great opportunity to ask questions about the ban and receive informed advice from our expert team.
- All sessions are held online via Zoom (you will receive a link after registering).
- Our sessions are open and free to all retailers and suppliers impacted by the ban.
Queries: Email us at sustainability@nra.net.au
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Other state-based plastic bans
The National Retail team are the leading industry experts on plastics bans across Australia, working with all levels of government, and can answer your curly questions on current and proposed bans across Australia and New Zealand.
If you are affected by bans across multiple states, come along to our monthly Plastic Bans Across AU/NZ session or see our other state ban information sessions.
We also provide regular updates on plastic bans and sustainability initiatives rolling out across Australia and New Zealand. Subscribe for our sustainability updates >
