Three Albany projects named finalists for 2024 Tidy Town Awards for sustainability and wellbeing

Three Albany projects have been named finalists in the 2024 Tidy Town Awards in recognition of the city’s commitment to environment sustainability, community action and wellbeing. The three projects are Stuff You Need to Know, Community Bushcarer Busy Bees, and Just Bin It. For more than 30 years, Friday Litter Collections by Just Bin It volunteers have been keeping roadsides and open spaces clean throughout Albany, and have been recognised in the litter category. The group collects about 500 plastic bags each year and have contributed to securing funding for litter traps. The Stuff You Need to Know project is a finalist in the community action and wellbeing category for offering life skills to young people by way of educational videos. Community Bushcarer Busy Bees is a finalist in the environmental sustainability category in recognition of their efforts in protecting and preserving Albany’s nature reserves including Yakamia, Barmup, Frenchman Bay, and Lake Seppings. Mayor of Albany Greg Stocks said he was “incredibly proud of everyone involved”. “Albany’s achievements in the Tidy Town Awards reflect the passion and hard work of our community’s natural environment,” he said. “Whether it’s supporting young people with life skills, preserving our beautiful bushland, or keeping our streets clean, these initiatives show what can be accomplished when we come together.” Environment Minister Reece Whitby congratulated all finalists. “These awards have highlighted the valuable collaboration taking place throughout Western Australia for more than 50 years, and I would like to congratulate all entrants, finalists and winners on setting such an inspirational example,” he said. “They stand as a testament to the dedication regional and remote communities show towards making WA a more sustainable place to live.”