Washing Against Waste One Cup at a Time
A joint project between Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group and Macedon Ranges Shire Council in 2019-20 has resulted in a terrific Wash Against Waste trailer, which goes a long way in reducing single use plastic and cardboard waste at events and festivals in the Macedon Ranges.
The heart of this trailer is an industrial-quality, energy-efficient dishwasher that washes crockery, cutlery and glass at high temperatures ensuring compliance with strict hygiene standards.
After a successful trial at the Woodend Farmers’ Market, we are now open for bookings. You will soon see this trailer in action at all events and festivals across the Macedon Ranges.
A big thank you to Lisa Richards and Peter Lane from MRSG for driving this project and researching the design, Chris Matheson for constructing the trailer, and the Macedon Ranges Shire Council for the funding and other support.
If you buy coffee or food at a Farmers’ Market or festival near you, make sure you ask for it in a reusable cup.
WISH TO HELP? HAVE A TOWING VEHICLE? Get in contact
WASH AGAINST WASTE at a festival near you.
Support and instructions in the use of the trailer are now available on our documentation page, follow this link. There is a FAQ and a downloadable WAW End User Documentation PDF that contains step by step instructions and images.
Interested in Washing Against Waste at your Event?
AVAILABLE NOW - The Wash Against Waste trailer is available to hire for your events, helping to wash against waste one cup at a time. If you are interested in learning more, please complete the form below to register your interest.
Contact:
Action group leader: Mark Mulcahy
Email: waw@mrsg.org.au
Please complete the form below
The above images are some of items available in the trailer. Click on an image to enlarge it and see the main dimensions below.
Item dimensions:
(17 Oct 2024)
Small cup - 250 ml max - 88 in stock
Large cup - 300 ml max - 42 in stock
Bowl - 1.2 L max - 17.6 Cm diameter and 8.0 Cm high - 127 in stock
Tumbler - 660 ml max - 8.6 Cm diameter and 16.5 Cm tall -212 in stock
Fork - 19.0 Cm long - 210 in stock
Spoon - 18.0 Cm long - 204 in stock
Teaspoon - 13.2 Cm long - 140 in stock
Knife - 21.5 Cm long - 321 in stock
Small plate - 15.0 Cm diameter - 249 in stock
Large plate - 18.0 Cm diameter - 264 in stock
Coffee cups - blue 260 ml - 157 in stock
Currently confirmed bookings:
7 December 2024 - Woodend Community Farmers’ Market (David T)
15 December 2024 - Malmsbury Farmers’ and Artists Market (Matt D/Tash G)
21 December 2024 - Lancefield Farmers’ Market (Mark M)
4 January 2025 - Woodend Community Farmers’ Market
19 January 2025 - Malmsbury Farmers’ and Artists Market
25 January 2025 - Lancefield Farmers’ Market
1 February 2025 - Woodend Community Farmers’ Market
16 February 2025 - Malmsbury Farmers’ and Artists Market
22 February 2025 - Lancefield Farmers’ Market
22 February 2025 - Food and Farming festival
8 March 2025 - Woodend Community Farmers’ Market
15 March 2025 - Riddles Creek Environment Energy Expo
16 March 2025 - Malmsbury Farmers’ and Artists Market
15-23rd March 2025 - Climate Action Week MRSC
22 March 2025 - Lancefield Farmers’ Market
5 April 2025 - Woodend Community Farmers’ Market
20 April 2025 - Malmsbury Farmers’ and Artists Market
26 April 2025 - Lancefield Farmers’ Market
Add your event here, complete the form above, and we will contact you to organise it.