Braybrook College has been named a finalist in 2025 ResourceSmart Schools Awards.
A winner in two categories in 2023, Braybrook College has this year been nominated in the Container Deposit Scheme Vic (CDS Vic) Excellence Award for its recycling efforts.
A green team of Braybrook College student volunteers have worked together to collect recycled containers in dedicated bright red recycling bins.
After encountering some initial issues with contamination, the students were able to solve these problems through education and raising awareness in the school community.
The school also worked together to implement one student’s proposal to replace the end-of-year skip with detailed waste-stream drop points.
The recycling initiative has united the school community in reducing landfill waste, offering financial incentives and enjoyable activities.
Regardless of whether they win or not, Braybrook College students plan to spend the rest of 2025 establishing more permanent collection systems and addressing all co-mingled waste items.
Details: www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/2025-rssa-finalists
