Get your bins right

STRATHBOGIE Shire Council is making it easier for residents to manage their waste and recycling, with the launch of the BinRight Strathbogie app on Thursday, 13 March. The free app provides residents with personalised bin collection reminders, an A-Z waste sorting guide, and the latest updates on council’s waste services, ensuring everyone can 'sort it smart and bin it right'. Mayor Claire Ewart-Kennedy said the app would significantly enhance waste management in Strathbogie Shire, particularly with the upcoming introduction of the purple-lidded glass recycling bin in July. “We know that remembering which bin goes out each week can sometimes be confusing and with the introduction of the new glass recycling bin we want to make it as easy as possible for our community to do the right thing,” Cr Ewart-Kennedy said. “The BinRight Strathbogie app will send reminders straight to your phone so you never miss a collection day, and it provides an easy-to-use waste guide so you can quickly check what goes where.” From May to July, all households with a kerbside collection service will receive a new purple-lidded bin for glass recycling, which will be collected once every four weeks. The collection frequency of general rubbish, mixed recycling, and organics will remain the same. The app will assist residents by displaying their updated bin schedule once the service begins. “We’re excited about this step toward a more sustainable future,” Cr Ewart-Kennedy said. “Separating glass from other recyclables means more of our materials can be reused, supporting Victoria’s transition to a circular economy.” The BinRight Strathbogie app is now available for free download on the App Store (Apple), and Google Play (Android). More information about the app can be found at www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au/binright-app. For more information about the upcoming purple-lidded glass recycling bin rollout, visit www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au/4-bins, or contact Council on 1800 065 993, or at info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au