Sign up for Clean Up Australia Day 2023

As our world faces unprecedented environmental challenges, Australians are being encouraged to join together to take positive action. Registrations are officially open for Clean Up Australia Day 2023.

“Our environment is facing pressure unlike ever before. As all Australians know, over the past two years, we’ve seen severe bushfires, cyclones and floods, and increased pressures on our biodiversity and an ever-growing volume of waste which leaks into our natural and marine environment,” Pip Kiernan, Chair of Clean Up Australia said.

“Australians tell us every day that they are concerned about the world we live in but often feel frustrated and unsure how to make a positive impact. Clean Up Australia Day is a great opportunity to work together and take practical action. We seek the support of all Australians. Together we can all make a real difference,” Pip continued.

Registration is free, and participants receive a free Clean Up kit, containing gloves and bags and other resources, with packs for individuals, families and community groups available (businesses are asked to pay a small fee to cover costs).

“Signing up now means you’re making a pledge to improve and protect Australia’s environment. Whether you are 9 or 90, participating in a Clean Up Australia event changes the way you think about your everyday habits and the practical changes each of us can make. Everyone who gets involved tells us how rewarding the day is and how it has made a lasting positive impact.” Pip said.

Strathbogie Shire Council are assisting community groups and schools who have registered events by:

• Offering free tipping or disposal of litter collected at a clean-up.
• Providing extra Clean Up Australia Day gloves, hi-vis vests, signage and bags for event organisers if required.
• Litter audit support: a limited number of school and community events, who wish to audit the collected litter can request help in litter auditing. One of our Waste Education Officers will attend the end of the event and provide assistance to complete a litter audit, also teaching students as they go what a litter audit is and how to avoid this type of waste in the future.

If you can’t join in, Australians are encouraged to make a donation to Clean Up Australia. 100% of funds raised through donations go directly to empowering Australians to take
positive action for the environment.