More single-use plastic items are being phased out in Queensland
Over the next 5 years, the Queensland Government will implement bans and other measures to help minimise waste and protect our environment. The National Retail Association has been engaged to help businesses learn more about these initiatives and how to move towards more sustainable choices
From businesses in Queensland are no longer able to supply:
Plastic shopping bags which do not meet new requirements
Expanded polystyrene loose-fill packaging
Cotton buds with plastic stems
Plastic microbeads
The release of a lighter-than-air balloon will also be banned.
The following items are in Queensland.
Single-use plastic straws & stirrers
Single-use plastic cutlery
Single-use plastic bowls & plates
Expanded polystyrene takeaway food containers & cups
Some exemptions apply
Report a Banned Item
Previous bans are now in effect, and any person can report a suspected breach of the law.
First, please check which items are banned, and offences under the law here.
To make a report, please call 1800 844 946 or fill in the form below.
The National Retail Association team visited thousands of retailers across the state during 2023.
Check out what other retailers are doing to comply with the ban.
Amber and the team from the @choicethediscountstore Bundaberg were happy to chat to us about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September. Thanks for having us guys!
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks so much to Daniel and the team from @kingkongsales in Bundaberg for chatting to us about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks to Ambah and the team at Drakes Proserpine! Great chatting about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Some next level signage and storage here at @mitre10 Mackay. Thanks to Rebecca and the team for their participation in the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks so much to Kristy and the team here @kaisercraft Morayfield for a chat about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
The team here at Super Butcher in Browns Plains are implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Joyce and the team at Mount Isa Pets and Produce are implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks to Troy from @choicethediscountstore here in Gladstone for having us. From Sept 1 2024 QLD retailers are prohibited from selling knives and other controlled items to minors under 18. The new laws come with additional requirements such as placing signage on display as seen here!
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Great to see the team here at @ozzieoutdoors_isa implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Cheers to Cole and the team for having us in store at @kathmandugear Kawana. Retailers across QLD are welcoming in the QLD Knife Sale Laws that came into effect on Sept 1.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Shoutout to the team here at Kerry`s Korner Store Caloundra. Iman is proud of the new signage. From 1 Sept 2024 retailers selling knives must no longer sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Retailers across QLD are welcoming in the QLD Knife Sale Laws that came into effect on Sept 1. The team at Sportspower Ingham already have new processes including mandatory signage.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Alina and Mona and the team at @eckersleys in Lutwyche are implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Smiles all round for the new signage and knife laws. It was great chatting to the team here at @cashconvertersaus in Cairns about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Thanks to the great team here at Tentworld Cairns as they are implementing the new 18+ rules and processes under the 2024 QLD Knife Sale Laws.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Retailers across QLD are welcoming in the QLD Knife Sale Laws that came into effect on Sept 1. Jason and the team at @rseasafety Rockhampton already have new processes including mandatory signage. Great work guys!
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
It was great chatting to the team here at Kaisercraft in Aspley about the rollout of the new QLD knife laws implemented on 1 September.
From 1 September 2024, retailers cannot sell knives and other controlled items to customers under the age of 18. Additional restrictions such as secure storage apply to particular controlled items such as axes, daggers and machetes. More information on the new laws: https://bit.ly/knifelaws-nationalretail
#qldknifelaws #nationalretailassociation
Great to have Bentley Plaza on board with this WA wide Single Use Plastics Campaign! Thanks so much to the team here for showcasing the importance of educating and informing the public around plastic waste.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
@belmontforum getting creative with their single use plastics campaign materials...and we love to see it!!! Thanks so much to the amazing team at Belmont and all the amazing work they do behind the scenes. Great stuff guys 👏
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
@banksiagrovewa have utilised these campaign materials extremely well! Thanks so much to the team here for supporting a great cause throughout Western Australia. This all goes a long way in ensuring retailers and consumers are educated about the WA single use plastics ban.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
Shoutout to the team from @mandurahforum showcasing the plastics ban materials. Great to have visibility all throughout WA. Let`s all do what we can to support retailers and centres during this time.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
@butler_central looking amazing showcasing the plastic ban awareness materials! Shoutout to the team here for their great work with this setup! Campaigns like this help raise awareness and drive important conversations around waste.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
Thanks so much to the legends down south at Albany Plaza! Great to have them on board this important plastics awareness campaign. This helps the regional areas of Western Australia combine to get conversations around plastic waste flowing.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
Shoutout to @westfieldwhitfordcity for being a part of the WA single use plastics campaign! Positive change is in progress all across Western Australia. Thanks so much to the team here for helping raise awareness in the community around plastic waste.
Businesses across Western Australia are transitioning to comply with the WA Plastics Ban. Head to www.plasticsbanwa.com.au for more details.
#WAPlasticsBan #RealRetail_au
