From jws.com.au: The Product Lifecycle Responsibility Bill 2025 (NSW) establishes a product stewardship scheme requiring brand owners to manage their products’ impacts throughout their lifecycle, with an initial focus on batteries.

The Act mandates reporting, record-keeping, and compliance with recycling and disposal requirements, with significant penalties for non-compliance.

This reform positions New South Wales as a leader in product responsibility in Australia, similar to existing European Union frameworks that hold manufacturers accountable for their products.