An online comprehensive overview of zero waste practices, policies, values, and concepts. Delivered as 3 sessions over 3 weeks.
What we cover
Session 1: Zero Waste Concepts & Context
9am - 12pm // Tuesday 20th October 2026
Delve into zero waste concepts, principles & philosophies.
The story of waste
What is zero waste
Māori cultural perspectives
Landfills & incineration
Roles of government & councils
Getting to know the wider sector
Session 2: Recyclable Resources
9am - 12pm // Tuesday 27th October 2026
Learn about journey of reusable goods from consumer to resale.
Identifying recyclable resources
Applying the waste hierarchy
The resource recovery journey
Recyclable materials
Organics & composting
Session 3: Zero Waste Activities
9am - 12pm // Tuesday 3rd November 2026
Explore all zero waste activities & understand the environmental, economic & social benefits.
Education & behaviour change
Zero waste living
Zero waste events
Waste audits
Reuse Activities
Practical product stewardship
Who is this training for
Members of community organisations interested in undertaking waste minimisation including reuse, repair, community composting and other local social enterprise
Businesses and individuals interested in the circular economy and/or expanding their environmental, zero waste and resource recovery knowledge
Elected members of local government with responsibilities under the Waste Minimisation Act
Local government staff involved in community economic and local development, waste minimisation and climate mitigation
People interested in living a zero waste lifestyle
Course fees
Please select the correct ticket option when pay for training fees. Get in touch if you are not sure which rate applies to you
Complete online course (3 x sessions, 3hr per session)
$300.00* - Member
$360.00* - Non member community group
$525.00* - Commercial/council
Individual online sessions (3 hr session)
$100.00* - Member
$130.00* - Non member community group
$175.00* - Commercial/council
*Excluding gst & booking fee
Payment option by invoice is available - get in touch to process registration and payment via email.
