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Last Updated: Thursday, 13 June 2024 12:02

Check out our smart lunch ideas to help reduce the amount of waste being generated daily. Our simple tips can help you save money and create a greener region.

Litter free lunches

A litter free lunch will use:

• reusable containers that can be washed
• reusable drink bottle that can be washed
• recyclable or compostable wrapping or packaging eg paper bag
• food items eg cheese, biscuits, yogurt repacked from larger containers into smaller reusable containers
• healthier alternatives eg fruit rather than fruit bars.

The lunch might include:

• sandwich or wrap in cloth, paper bag or reusable container
• yogurt in reusable container
• sultanas or dried apricots in reusable container
• piece of fruit (skin and core can be composted or put in school or home worm farm)
• cheese and crackers in reusable container
• juice or water in reuseable drink bottle.