Northern Territory to Ban the Bag

Posted: 10.08.10  |  Created by: Do Something

Environment Minister Karl Hampton applauds the passing of the Environment Protection (Beverage Containers and Plastic Bags) Bill 2010 by the NT Parliament. The Bill will ban shops from giving away or selling single-use, non biodegradable plastic bags, and offer a 10c incentive for Territorians to recycle eligible plastic, aluminium and glass beverage containers.

Mr Hampton said the legislation would have huge environmental and economic benefits for the Territory.

“Every year Territorians throw away 40 million plastic bags and recycle only 10% of our beverage containers, creating landfill, killing wildlife and littering our beautiful environment.”

“From Leanyer to Lajamanu, this bill means all Territorians will enjoy a cleaner environment, more green jobs and small business opportunities.”

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