More single use plastics banned from 1 November

To reduce plastic pollution, some single-use plastics are being phased out across NSW.

Earlier in June lightweight single use plastic bags were banned in NSW. From 1 November more single use plastics will join the banned list.

From 1 November single use plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery, unlidded plastic plates and bowls, plastic cotton buds and expanded polystyrene food containers & cups cannot be supplied. Plastic microbeads in rinse-off personal care products are also banned.

There are exemptions for example in some medical situations and for people with a disability.

The ban will affect a range of businesses including some caterers, cafes, hairdressers and beauticians and volunteer groups who do catering or run a canteen.