City of Fremantle
Coastal Charm
The City of Fremantle offers opportunities for the community and school groups to learn about waste-related topics including what to place in bins, what happens to waste, other services like Fremantle Containers for Change or learning a waste minimisation skill.
Students or youth of the City of Fremantle are invited to design an artwork that conveys litter messaging.
The competition closes on 20 May 2025, after which 15 artworks will be selected to be displayed on public bin infrastructure at the end of May.
A prize pool of $1000, including a major prize of $500 worth of items. Selected artworks will receive their artwork in print, and two bin stickers for their schools or home bins.
Enter via this online form, including a scan or digital copy of the artwork. Further Information.
The below artwork was designed by Fremantle student, Ruby, and has been sharing litter messaging on pubic bin infrastructure in the Fremantle CBD since 2023. The name of her artwork “Litter Free-mantel” inspired the name of this competition.
This competition has been made possible by the Keep Australia Beautiful Community Litter Grant.
Workshops allow residents to learn new skills to reduce waste or hear from waste experts.
Some examples of workshops included bike maintenance, low waste living on a budget, sustainable goal setting, and composting.
To be kept in the loop on these or other City workshops, please visit What’s On or the City’s Facebook page.
Containers for Change – swap 10 cents for an eligible beverage container. A great way to reduce litter, help the environment and raise funds for the school. The City will provide receptacles and a free collection of containers from the school. Visit the Fremantle Containers for Change for more information.
Posters for bins – Waste Sorted has several posters to download to assist students in sorting their waste.
Clean-up kits – order free kits through Clean Up Australia. The program also provides safety and educational information on the effects of litter.
Writing instrument recycling – Terracycle recycles used plastic writing instruments with a free mailing label.
Printer cartridge recycling – Cartridges for Planet Ark offer a free collection box and courier (minimums apply).
Mobile phone recycling – Mobile Muster provides free courier of old mobile phones, plus, kits and curriculum guides.
To book or discuss your waste education needs with the Waste Minimisation Officer please contact 1300 MY FREO (1300 693 736) or email.
