Of POPs and Incinerators

 

In the Inner West of Sydney have various enterprises diverting resources in the Inner West and plan to open a reuse and recycle centre:

• Wastewood Australia’s Only 100% waste wood shop! On the spot Wood Cutting and resurfacing services https://wastewood.com.au/

• Arnies Recon.100% Free pick up and recycling of your electronics and appliances https://www.arniesrecon.com/
• Reverse Garbage When you partner with us, the materials you no longer need will end up in the hands of people who can use them, instead of in landfill. Reduce your waste disposal costs and your carbon footprint by donating your discards and leftovers to Reverse Garbage, avoiding the energy consumption and waste generation associated with recycling. https://reversegarbage.org.au/
• Bower: Reuse and Repair Centres Since 1998 https://bower.org.au/
• Revolve ReCYCLING aims to recycle and redeploy Australia’s bikes, E-bikes, scooters and other Personal Transport Vehicles (PTVs). https://revolverecycling.net/

 The Green Shed runs a "tip" shop in Canberra and has an outlet downtown. https://thegreenshed.net.au

Upcycle Newcastle https://upcyclenewcastle.org.au/

Lithium costs a lot of money—so why aren’t we recycling lithium batteries? 4/20/2022, 7:40 AM:"Of lessons to be learned from lead-acid batteries, Melsert said, “Anywhere you can buy one, you can return one.” Making the right choice the easiest choice has proven effective for lead-acid batteries, and something similar needs to follow for Lithium-ion." - https://arstechnica.com/science/2022/04/lithium-costs-a-lot-of-money-so-why-arent-we-recycling-lithium-batteries/

One challenge that was identified by the federal gov in 2020 was creating a market for recycled materials. Ofcourse we are such a small player that we need to fit in with what is happening in the rest of the world - including in recycling systems and waste avoidance. The OECD identified this as an issue in Jan 2007 ORGANISATION FOR ECONOMIC CO-OPERATION AND DEVELOPMENT Policy Brief Improving Recycling Markets https://www.oecd.org/env/waste/38093900.pdf

The seminar's last night raised the issue of plastics coming off products made from recycled materials also that waste services involve big private interests. It also mentioned carbon capture from landfill and needing more separation at source. 
 
Wired magazine has suggested that clothing outlets will have to start taking back and have a pre-loved section. Op Shops are currently doing well but textiles are still a big challenge and cotton sucks up the water from the Murray Darling. Move over Opshops - Vogue: The Rise Of Resale: How Second-Hand Became Fashion’s First Port Of Call https://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/article/online-vintage-resale-trend

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  Recorded National Toxics Network (NTN) Webinar presents their report on the impacts of burning waste and some alternative residual waste management options for AUS. 
  https://us06web.zoom.us/w/87333302577

 

• IPEN (International Pollutants Elimination Network) on POPs https://ipen.org/projects/international-pops-elimination-project-ipep
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  recorded IPEN webinar on the BRS COP's including non combustion technologies https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AwA0A4KYQYaHYqJO9THpvg 
  
  
  
  
   
  

historical Photos

First Glebe Island Bridge https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/digital/4BGjlyMQ2w8Z6

Glebe Island https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/digital/AVv27373ebK5j

Iron Cove bridge https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/digital/wmZm2GXK7wkO

Balmain Rowing Sheds https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/digital/yxqBeM66y0b26

Fowler's Pottery [Sydney], 1908 [copy photoprints from original photographic album by Kerry & Co.] https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/9ALq3boY

 

Rozelle Bay, looking southwards towards Black Wattle Bay. https://archives.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/nodes/view/700352

Log of Withdrawn NOMs

Cost of Amalgamation - 24 November 2020

Item No: C1120(2) Item 9

Subject: Notice of Motion: Cost of Amalgamation

From: Councillor Marghanita Da Cruz

Motion: THAT Council receive a report on the cost of the amalgamation.

Officer’s Comments:

Comment from Chief Operating Officer, Director Development and Recreation

Council does not have compiled costs or savings as a result of the amalgamation. Given the considerable period of time which has lapsed since the amalgamation, this is an extensive project in its own right which is expected to take several (up to 6) months to complete. It should be recognised that in the early part of 2021, Council’s Finance team will heavily focused on Rates Harmonisation and FY21/22 budget development from which staff resources are unable to be diverted.

ATTACHMENTS Nil.


Council Meeting Agenda 24 November 2020

10k Laneways -Loving Our Lanes - 12 April 2022

Item No:         C0422(1) Item 29 Subject:         Notice of Motion: Loving Our Lanes            From:             Councillor Marghanita Da Cruz    Motion: That Council receive a briefing on a policy of all laneways in the Inner West becoming 10kmph shared zones, and the implementation of such a policy, over the long term, including changes to Planning Instruments requiring large developments to install the infrastructure required and considering opportunities during renewals and for pedestrian and cycling grants.   Background  Prior to a Sewerage System being implemented in the Inner West around 1900 there was a network of Dunny Lanes. Most of these have now become roadways with Garages and in some instances an additional dwelling. Now that Drivers rely on GPS for direction, some of these laneways have become  “rat runs”. Rat running through laneways of Darley Road between Charles and James Streets is also causing concern to local residents. These streets and laneways were identified for treatment in WestConnex Local Area Improvement Strategy (LAIS) commissioned by the Administrator. However, it is still often more pleasant to walk along these laneways than major roads. For example Albion Lane, Annandale and Corruna Lane, Stanmore which run parallel to Parramatta Road. Pedestrian safety concerns have been raised with Lou Street a laneway parallel to Norton St, Leichhardt between Macauley and Carlisle Sts following the development of 168 Norton St. The local community is concerned about Pedestrian safety in the laneway between Church and Taringa Sts, off Alt St, Ashfield. In White’s Creek Lane Annandale Pedestrians and cyclists share the road with cars and trucks. However, because Laneways do not have footpaths the pedestrians share the road with Vehicles. Formalising the shared aspect of our Laneways would improve pedestrian safety and the amenity of dwellings on the laneways.       Residents in Johnston Lane, Annandale have requested the greening of their laneway.   Leichhardt Council and later Inner West had “Love Your Lane – A project to make lanes more liveable and beautiful. The project encourages people activate laneways to reduce litter, dumping and vandalism. The project improves community connections and creates a shared vision and future among the local residents through working together.” https://www.innerwest.nsw.gov.au/about/news/media-releases/2017-media-releases/first-inner-west-community-leaders-in-sustainability   Officer’s Comments:   No further comments were required for this Notice of Motion.   Council Meeting 12 April 2022

Tragedy on Frederick St

CONDOLENCE MOTION passed at Council Meeting 12 April 2022 

Moved by Clr da Cruz Seconded by Clr Scott

Condolence Motion: That Council writes a letter of condolence to Nancy Yang and her family on the  tragic death of her Grandfather Arthur on the Pedestrian Crossing on Frederick St, Ashfield.

Background: Nancy Yang wrote on the petition:"I'm the grand-daughter of the man (Arthur) who was tragically killed last week at this crossing.
He was a wonderful and caring man who I will continue to miss for the rest of my life.

It is extremely upsetting to know that there were many other incidents (including at least 30 crashes that resulted in serious injury or death
between 2015-2016) that took place here, yet nothing has been done about it. The NSW Government (Roads and Maritime Service) has the
responsibility to fix the glaring issues here at this crossing before more tragedies happen.

I am signing because I do not want anyone else to lose their loved ones in another senseless and completely avoidable accident. Everyone in the
community deserves to be safe. Please sign this petition if you can." 

Petition at https://www.change.org/p/traffic-lights-for-frederick-john-street-intersection-ashfield/c/831337546

 

Anna Harvey spoke on Pedestrian Safety and the Planning Principles; Eva Chang spoke of the dangers of the Intersection for her Daughter and Mother Inlaw and Max Phillips, who instigated the petition spoke of the response to the petition and needing to cross Frederick Street with his children. Listen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4aj_Gq3Jh6k&t=2102s

after listening to speakers Council also resolved C0422(1) Item 20 Notice of Motion: Frederick Street, Ashfield Pedestrian Fatality           

Moved by      Councillor Philippa Scott  Seconded by Councillor da Cruz

 

 

Motion:

 

That Council:

 

1.   Notes with sadness the pedestrian fatality on Frederick St, Ashfield on the afternoon of 13 March 2022 and expresses our condolences to the family and friends of the deceased;

 

2.   Notes that there have been a number of alterations to the pedestrian crossing at Frederick and John St, which have been unsuccessful at providing a adequate level of pedestrian safety;

 

3.   Notes that a petition of 1,700 local residents calling for upgrades to the intersection has been received by Council and is provided as Attachment 1 to this motion; and

 

4.   The Mayor write to Natalie Ward MP, Minister for Metropolitan Roads requesting urgent pedestrian safety upgrades to the crossing and requesting Minister Ward attend the site, with our local Members of Parliament and meet with residents to explain what she will do to improve safety on Frederick Street

Driver Charged

"Following extensive inquiries, on Saturday 26 March 2022, the driver was issued a court attendance notice and charged with dangerous driving occasioning death – drive manner dangerous, negligent driving (occasioning death), and not give way to pedestrian on crossing – motor vehicle." .. https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/news/article?id=100748

 

More at https://perambuler.ramin.com.au/2022/03/pedestrian-safety-on-frederick-st.html