On 28 February 2024, the Senate referred an inquiry into waste reduction and recycling
policies for inquiry and report by 22 November 2024.
The closing date for submissions is 15 April 2024.
With the following terms of references:
The effectiveness of the Albanese Labor Government’s waste reduction and recycling
policies in delivering a circular economy, with reference to:
(a) recycling export regulations imposed through the Recycling and Waste Reduction
Act 2020, noting the:
(i) ramifications for Australia’s international and domestic commitments and
obligations under the Act,
(ii) benefits and consequences of imposing the requirements on the Australian
industry, and
(iii) interaction and efficacy of the community and economic benefits of the
legislation;
(b) the efficacy and progress on circular economy deliverables;
(c) the progress on the implementation of mandated product stewardship schemes;
and
(d) any other related matters.