Australia’s only national waste and recycling event focused entirely on safety. This is more than just an event — it’s a movement towards zero harm. Join frontline workers, safety leaders, industry experts, and regulators for a full day dedicated to improving safety outcomes across the waste and recycling sector. Date: Wednesday, 17 September 2025 Location: […]
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. RSVP to Melissa at memberservices@wriq.com.au, or call […]
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. RSVP to Melissa at memberservices@wriq.com.au, or call […]
The Showcase Event will highlight the outcomes of the pilot programs undertaken by the finalists of the WRIQ Innovation Challenge, in collaboration with leading waste companies. This is an opportunity to: Hear directly from the innovators about their pilot projects See early results from trials with industry partners Gain insights into how new technologies and […]
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE PDF EVENT FLYER Join us for this seminar to gain practical insights into managing legal, safety, and environmental obligations in the Waste and Recycling Industry. Key topics to be discussed will include: Recent Work Health and Safety updates relevant to the Waste and Recycling IndustryUnderstanding recent WHS developments in the […]
Join WRIQ for a panel discussion and sit-down lunch exploring the role and application of Temporary Emissions Licences (TELs) in Queensland. TELs are emergency environmental approvals granted by the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) to support industry operations during significant disruptions, such as flooding, fire or other natural disasters. These short-term […]
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 […]
WRIQ will host a Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) technology showcase, delivered by the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation. This practical session will give members a first-hand look at how advanced drone technology is being used by government to support monitoring, surveying and data analysis across waste and resource recovery operations. The […]
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 […]
WRIQ is launching a limited pilot delivery of the nationally accredited course Recognising and Responding to Asbestos Risk in the Waste and Recycling Industry (11395NAT). This training has been developed specifically for workers in the waste and recycling sector who may encounter asbestos-containing materials during routine operations. Participants will gain practical knowledge to recognise asbestos […]
WRIQ is launching a limited pilot delivery of the nationally accredited course Recognising and Responding to Asbestos Risk in the Waste and Recycling Industry (11395NAT). This training has been developed specifically for workers in the waste and recycling sector who may encounter asbestos-containing materials during routine operations. Participants will gain practical knowledge to recognise asbestos […]