As Clean Up Australia month concludes for another year, PHCC would like to celebrate and acknowledge the remarkable efforts of all the community clean-up champions who rallied together armed with gloves, bags and an unwavering commitment to take action against litter and pollution to help keep our region beautiful.

Throughout the month of March, over 13 community clean-up events took place across our region spanning local bushland, reserves, schools, riverbanks, and waterways.  Together, participants removed more than 10,000 kilos of rubbish!  All groups completed a litter audit and no surprises that the most commonly found items of rubbish was plastic!  Notably lots bottle caps and take-away food wrappers, with a 1970’s paddle board and a queen-sized mattress being of the most unusual items collected out in South Yunderup.

 “The success of Clean Up Month is a testament to the collaborative spirit and sense of pride within our community” said PHCC CEO Jane O’Malley, “together we have demonstrated the power of collective action in addressing environmental challenges and working towards a healthier, cleaner future for our region and especially our Ramsar listed waterways”

PHCC extends its heartfelt appreciation to the local businesses, schools, community groups and volunteers whose support and collaboration have been instrumental in making Clean Up Australia month 2024 another resounding success.

This annual month-long event was initiated more than 10 years ago by the Mandurah Environment and Heritage Group (MEHG), Friends of Rivers and in partnership with PHCC with community members across Mandurah joining the clean-up effort each year.

Even though Clean Up Month has finished for this year, we would encourage everyone to continue in their efforts in preserving our environment beyond March.  Whether it’s participating in clean-up events, reducing waste, or advocating for sustainable practices, every action counts towards creating a more sustainable and resilient planet.

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We acknowledge the Noongar people as Traditional Custodians of this land and pay our respects to all Elders past and present