Mandurah Primary School kids have embraced the banning of single-use plastic bags, with an environmentally friendly exchange program started.
The use of plastic bags in WA will be banned from July 1 after a decree from the State Government.
Mandurah Primary School students have launched a new conscientious program, with five free eco-friendly bags offered in exchange for their plastic equivalents – with the aim of filling a whole classroom.
Mandurah MLA David Templeman visited the school on Thursday and commended the students for doing their part to make WA more environmentally aware.
"The Wasteless Pantry shows that it's possible to source food locally and sustainably, and to eliminate disposable packaging,” he said.
"Small daily actions add up to make a big impact.
"The ban on lightweight plastic bags is just one of a number of strategic waste reforms showing this Government's commitment to reducing waste, which includes a commitment to a container deposit scheme.
"These initiatives reflect the community's desire to work together to reduce the significant impact of plastic bags and other waste and litter on our environment."
There appears to be a willingness from the majority of the WA public to ditch plastic bags and use more environmentally friendly alternatives.
Eleven per cent of the population took part in the Plastic Free July challenge in 2017.
