News
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26 Aug, 2010 - RRRC odour management continues to improve
The SMRC's program of upgrades to the RRRC's odour management systems continue to show marked improvement in the facility’s performance, with more works planned.
25 Aug, 2010 - RRRC's environmental management earns 5 ticks of approval
The Southern Metropolitan Regional Council’s environmental management system meets the stringent requirements of the International Organization for Standardization’s ISO 14001:2004 Standard.
19 Aug, 2010 - Battery recycling nearing first anniversary
The people of Perth have embraced the household battery recycling bins which are available in over 150 locations across the metropolitan area.
29 Jun, 2010 - SMRC bids Canning Farewell
Regional Councillors have expressed their regret that City of Canning Council resolved to withdraw from the regional partnership as of July 1st, and noted the significant contributions made by Canning over the years.
18 Jun, 2010 - Withdrawal of Canning from Regional Council
On July 1, 2010 Canning Council’s announced intension to withdraw from the Southern Metropolitan Regional Council (SMRC) will take effect and Canning will cease to be a member of the Regional Council, costing Canning Council over $20 million.
17 Jun, 2010 - E-waste collection doubles
Residents doubled the e-waste collected at the Southern Metropolitan Regional Council’s (SMRC) Regional Resource Recovery Centre (RRRC) during this year’s annual electronic waste collection weekend.
02 Jun, 2010 - No incinerator at RRRC
The SMRC is researching pyrolysis/gasification as a technology to further reduce the community's waste sent to landfill and greenhouse gas emissions.
31 May, 2010 - SMRC to maintain essential services within tight budget
The Southern Metropolitan Regional Council’s (SMRC) budget preparations for 2010/11 are underway with the Regional Council currently seeking feedback from its Member Councils.
25 May, 2010 - SMRC proposes additional licence condition on composting plant
The Southern Metropolitan Regional Council (SMRC) has proposed an additional license condition be placed on the Regional Resource Recovery Centre’s (RRRC) waste composting facility in Canning Vale.
24 May, 2010 - Mayors come out in support of SMRC
The Mayors of East Fremantle, Fremantle, Kwinana, Melville and Rockingham, have expressed their support for the Southern Metropolitan Regional Council (SMRC) in a letter to Canning Mayor Joe Delle Donne JP.
19 May, 2010 - SMRC Living Smart to wider community with Perth Solar City
Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency the Hon. Penny Wong launches the Living Smart program as part of the Perth Solar City project.
23 Apr, 2010 - New Chair for SMRC Community Advisory Group
The SMRC Community Adivsory Group has elected Dr Raj Kurup as chairman. Dr Kurup is eager to see the CAG providing the SMRC with views from the community concerning recycling, waste reduction, climate change, the RRRC and Climate Wise projects.
22 Mar, 2010 - SMRC responds to new proposed licence conditions
The SMRC has urged the Department of Environment and Concervation to ensure the RRRC has the same protections under the law as any other recycling facility.
25 Jan, 2010 - Chairman responds to criticism from MLA
SMRC Chairman Cr Tony Romano today responded to criticism of the SMRC’s past performance by MLA for Riverton Dr Mike Nahan.
18 Dec, 2009 - Grant from Waste Authority improves resource recovery
Improved odour management and greater resource recovery are just two of the benefits from the new compost turner at the Southern Metropolitan Regional Council’s waste composting facility, part of the Regional Resource Recovery Centre in Canning Vale.
16 Dec, 2009 - Green waste facility open for business
Newly refurbished green waste recycling services are open for business at the Regional Resource Recovery Centre in Canning Vale.
08 Dec, 2009 - Community action over recycling
The SMRC recently established a Community Advisory Group (CAG) to help increase community understanding of the importance of recycling and greater awareness of the operations and programs of the SMRC, ClimateWise and the RRRC.
04 Dec, 2009 - Climate change risks in your neighbourhood
The SMRC's ClimateWise researchers have discovered the region is particularly vulnerable to the impact of climate change after initiating a project to assess the risks and evaluate current control measures.
03 Dec, 2009 - 'A' rating for SMRC control management systems
Independent auditors have awarded an ‘A’ rating to the Southern Metropolitan Regional Council for the control framework it has in place to effectively manage its financial and human resources systems.
29 Oct, 2009 - Business plan for rebuilding recycling facility
Rebuilding the recycling plant at the RRRC in Canning Vale is the preferred option for the Regional Council.
29 Oct, 2009 - New SMRC Chair Elected
Regional Councillors elect Cr Tony Romano as SMRC Chairman, and Cr Richard Smith as Deputy Chairman.
29 Oct, 2009 - Thompson steps down as SMRC Chair
Cr Doug Thompson completes two terms as Chair of the Southern Metropolitan Regional Council
26 Oct, 2009 - Interested in recycling and climate change? Let's talk...
Make a difference in waste reduction and climate change, join the SMRC Community Advisory Group.
26 Oct, 2009 - RRRC = 45,000 cars off the road for a year!
The RRRC stops greenhouses gases equal to taking 45,000 cars off the road each year.
23 Sep, 2009 - SMRC fees still on the original track
Respected accounting frim RSM Bird Cameron verifies RRRC fees are in line with the original project business plan agreed to by the SMRC's member councils.
31 Aug, 2009 - DIY home energy audit with SMRC's new toolkit
Conduct your own home energy audit with the SMRC's new Home Energy Assessment Toolkit, avilable for loan at local libraries.
13 Aug, 2009 - Federal Government says thank you for SMRC response to climate change
The Federal Government has thanked the SMRC for taking part in the Greenhouse Challenge Plus program and being part of a 37 million tonne reduction in the nation's greenhouse gas emissions.
03 Aug, 2009 - Careful budget delivers responsible result
Working with its Member Councils, the SMRC has passed its 2009/10 budget, despite reduced income and unforeseen costs beyond the control of the Regional Council.
26 Jun, 2009 - Perth heading for rubbish tip revival
Ratepayers will be stung financially and there will be pressure to revive Perth’s rubbish tips if local government withdraws from the Southern Metropolitan Regional Council.
19 Jun, 2009 - SMRC busts the myths
SMRC Chair CR Doug Thompson give the facts about the RRRC.
