This week!

Online Scheme Review Consultations

For those who missed the B-cycle Scheme Review consultations in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney this month, BSC is holding two online consultations.

Your views and feedback are fundamental to the remodelling of B-cycle to ensure it benefits all participants. During these online consultation sessions, attendees will discuss the B-cycle Scheme Consultation Paper and explore the proposed new model for B-cycle.

Please register at the links below. 

Virtual Scheme Review Consultation: Thursday 1 August, 10.45am - 12.45pm 

Local Government Scheme Review Consultation: Wednesday 31 July, 10am - 12am 

This consultation is for representatives from local Government

Closing soon

BSC Board Director Opportunities Available

One week to go until applications close for three new BSC Board Director Opportunities.

Help us meet our vision of zero battery waste and emissions, reduced risk of battery-related fires, the establishment of onshore battery recycling infrastructure, and an end to button battery injuries.

These are exciting opportunities to contribute to the evolution of the B-cycle Scheme and the building of a closed-loop lifecycle for batteries in Australia. 

The application deadline is Monday 5th August. 

B-cycle Update Webinar

Join us for our regular update on the B-cycle Scheme. This is a valuable opportunity to stay informed about everything B-cycle. You'll hear more about the Scheme Review Consultations which have taken place throughout July, and recent rebate changes, among other activities.

This is your chance to engage directly with our team, ask questions, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of the Scheme. 

July 1 changes to rebate payments

Rebate payments will increase for the upcoming financial year. The BSC Board has approved these increases to help offset the rising Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the growing cost of living. For collections, sorting and processing completed from 1st July, there will be an 8.4% increase across those rebate types.

A reminder to secure all button battery devices

Remember to do a safety check of any button-battery powered devices in the home such as toys, car keys and garage keys, especially in households with young children or pets. These small, coin-shaped batteries can pose serious health risks if ingested, including choking hazards and severe internal burns.

Check that the compartments of any devices are securely fastened and keep them out of reach of children when not in use. Once they're used up, completely cover the button battery with clear sticky tape, secure it in a glass jar with a non-airtight lid or other fireproof container, and take them to a B-cycle Drop off point as soon as possible.

The clear sticky tape makes the button battery less attractive to swallow or injest, can reduce the severity of internal injury if swallowed, and also reduces fire risks.

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