Resource Recovery
The ISJO is responsible for the development and coordination of the Illawarra Shoalhaven Regional Waste Strategy.
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), under the Waste Less Recycle More initiative, funded the development of a Regional Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy. ISJO commissioned Jacobs to prepare the Regional Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy on behalf of participating Councils (Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Shoalhaven and Wingecarribee).
A number of operational programs across these Councils support delivery of the Strategy. These include the Regional Illegal Dumping Program, the Regional Waste Education Program and the Regional Litter Reduction program.
Current Projects
Media Release - Frogbit
Media Release Frogbit Frogbit Incursion in the Illawarra Residents in the Illawarra are being asked to keep an eye out for an invasive weed known as Frogbit. Frogbit (Limnobium laevigatum), is a highly invasive…
Plans and Weed Resources
Plans and Weed Resources The IDWA have available plans and weed resources for information. Click on the relevant link. Paterson’s Curse – P Sullivan NSW DPI The Pesticide Notification Plan informs the public about the…
Media Release
Media Release ISJO RECEIVES NSW GOVERNMENT GRANT TO HELP COUNCILS WORK TOGETHER TOWARDS NET ZERO The ISJO had been successful in its bid for capacity building funding under the NSW Government’s Joint Organisation Net Zero…
RID - Residents fight against illegal dumping
RID – News Shoalhaven residents make changes Shoalhaven residents are saying enough is enough when it comes to illegal dumping prompting a sharp upturn in public vigilance and reporting. James Ruprai, Shoalhaven City Council –…
Employment Opportunity
Employment Opportunity The ISJO are looking for a Regional Net Zero Program Coordinator. The position description can be obtained by clicking this link.
Responsible Donations
Responsible Donations It’s great to donate but…….. make sure your donations are in good condition. Planning on doing a big cleanout during the holidays? A friendly reminder that only good quality items should be donated…
Weed Watch - Summer
Weed Watch – Summer The IDWA are targeting a range of aquatic weeds during the Summer months. In NSW under the Biosecurity Act 2015, all plants are regulated with a General Biosecurity Duty (GBD) to…
Chief Weeds Officer Reports
Chief Weeds Officer Reports Chief Weeds Officer reports are available for download. Click on the date required. December 2023 September 2023 June 2023 10 March 2023
Media Release - African Boxthorn
Media Release African boxthorn Biocontrol for African boxthorn pest weed released The Illawarra Shoalhaven Joint Organisation (ISJO), NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and the Illawarra District Weeds Authority (IDWA) are excited to be…
NSW Local Government Awards for ISJO
Local Government NSW Awards for ISJO Winner Division C – Overall Winner Illawarra Shoalhaven enabling water sensitive communities. The Illawarra Shoalhaven Joint Organisation collaborated with Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and Shoalhaven councils to increase the uptake…
Responsible Donations
Responsible Donations It’s great to donate but…….. make sure your donations are in good condition. Planning on doing a big…
Household Chemicals
Household Chemicals Household chemicals can be disposed of at scheduled Household Chemical CleanOut events. In conjunction with your local Council,…
Community Recycling Centres
Community Recycling Centres Community Recycling Centres (CRCs) are permanent drop-off facilities for common household problem wastes that can’t be collected…
Return & Earn
Return & Earn Local Councils are a valued partner in delivering the NSW container deposit scheme, vital in shifting community…