From publicaccountant.com.au: Bega Valley Shire is pioneering a circular economy by uniting businesses, community members, and academics to design out waste and enhance sustainability, aiming to become Australia’s most circular region by 2030.

The Regional Circularity Cooperative, founded by Bega Group, supports initiatives to add value to local products and manage waste effectively, with a $19 million National Centre for Circularity slated to open in two years.

Challenges such as infrastructure investment and the need for collaboration among stakeholders are acknowledged, but successful implementation promises significant economic, environmental, and social benefits.