The waste and recycling industry is one of Queensland’s essential services. Stable, recession-resistant and offering a wide range of career pathways that many job seekers don’t realise exist. This free online webinar is for job seekers who are: leaving school, TAFE or are new to the workforce considering a career change looking for steady, long-term […]
The Waste Recycling Industry Association Queensland (WRIQ) is pleased to invite you to join us for the 2026 Future Waste Resources Symposium (FWR 2026), to be held on 18 & 19 March 2026 at the Intercontinental Brisbane. Following on from FWR 2025, this streamlined event has been designed to maintain momentum and foster continued collaboration […]
Each WRIQ Regional Forum brings local industry members together to explore current priorities, challenges, and opportunities in Queensland’s waste and recycling sector. They provide updates on industry trends, policy changes, and practical solutions, while also offering a space to network with peers. A light meal will be provided.REGISTRATIONWRIQ Members: Free to attend • Non Members: […]
The Queensland Government is reviewing the waste disposal levy, a key part of the Queensland Waste Strategy. The levy aims to reduce landfill, encourage recycling, support resource recovery, and drive investment in advanced waste technologies. The 2025–2026 review will focus on: assessing effectiveness for increasing recycling rates and incentivising recycling the impacts of New South […]
As lithium-ion battery use accelerates across households, businesses and industry, so too do the safety, regulatory and operational challenges facing Queensland’s waste and resource recovery sector. This dedicated afternoon forum will bring industry leaders, operators, policymakers and safety specialists together for a focused discussion on lithium battery management — from prevention and risk mitigation through […]
You are warmly invited to an exclusive luncheon for senior industry executives and retirees who bring more than 20 years of experience to the table. Enjoy a relaxed three course lunch while taking part in candid conversations with respected industry leaders. This is a valuable opportunity to exchange insights, reflect on emerging trends and challenges, […]
Following the outstanding success of our 2025 Future Leaders Mentoring Program, WRIQ is proud to extend the initiative into a six-month professional development experience for 2026. Event One: Setting the Foundations The first of three in-person events will officially launch the 2026 program and bring mentors and mentees together for the first time. This evening […]
The waste and recycling industry is fast-paced, demanding and often high-pressure. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training equips your team with the skills to recognise mental health challenges early, respond with confidence, and support colleagues until professional help is available. Creating mentally healthy workplaces isn’t just good practice – it’s essential. What you’ll learn How […]
Join in the excitement at WRIQ’s 2026 Golf Day! Gather your team of four or nominate individually to compete in a day filled with fun, competition, and networking opportunities. The Golf day is played in the Ambrose Competition Format (4 players per team) with a shotgun start. Pairs and individual players will be placed in […]
Join us for a spectacular evening of celebration and recognition at the WRIQ Industry Awards Gala Dinner! The WRIQ Industry Awards Gala Dinner is a prestigious occasion where we come together to acknowledge and honour outstanding individuals and companies who have displayed excellence throughout the year. The 2026 awards will be presented at a Gala […]
The AGM will begin at 11:30am, followed by the Christmas Lunch from 12:00pm to 2:30pm. The Waste Recycling Industry Association of Queensland (WRIQ) is pleased to invite you to one of the most anticipated events on Queensland’s waste and recycling industry calendar - our 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Christmas Lunch. This annual event […]