Repair Week, 2nd-8th March 2026. Superglue, screwdriver
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3rd March 2026

Repair Week 2026

Get ready to discover the joy of repair! Repair Week is returning to Greater Manchester, bringing a host of workshops, events and resources to help you revive your beloved belongings.

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What can I recycle? Ramadan edition.
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16th February 2026

How to waste less this Ramadan

If you’re preparing to observe in the Holy month of Ramadan this year you are probably busy planning on self-reflection, donating and family time. And eating, of course. Here’s our guide to staying sustainable this Ramadan…

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Suez volunteers improving nature
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13th January 2026

Improving nature: SUEZ volunteers smash target with 210 new trees planted in Rochdale

A dedicated team of 10 volunteers from R4GM’s waste disposal partner, SUEZ recycling and recovery UK, planted an impressive 210 native trees in Rochdale in December, working in partnership with the Community Forest for Greater Manchester, City of Trees. The trees were planted on a green space near the Healey Foundation Primary School on Tuesday […]

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Let is go, let it go, let it go... into your mixed recycling bin!
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1st December 2025

‘Tis the season to recycle

Christmas is a time of excess – more food, more presents, more packaging. And that also means we produce more waste. Have a look at our top tips to stay sustainable and make the most of your waste this Christmas.

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Halloween craft
News
21st October 2025

HalloGreen Recycling!

Halloween is my favourite time of the year. I love any reason to get dressed up and to make my house look spooky! But as someone that cares about the environment, I hate to see all the single-use items we use once and then bin. So, this year I’ve challenged myself to waste less. Here’s how I got into a Hallo-green mindset.

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Rinse it. Bin it. Recycled! 3 hands hold up empty and clean recyclable plastic pots, tubs and trays
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15th October 2025

Rinse it, Bin It, Recycled!

Plastic pots, tubs and trays go in your mixed recycling bin. Help us recycle more by giving them a rinse.

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SUEZ lorry fire 3 cropped
News
19th September 2025

Residents warned of battery danger after recycling lorry catches fire

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) and Recycle for Greater Manchester (R4GM) are urging residents to take care when disposing of items containing batteries after a lorry caught fire last week.

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an upholsterer, showing Andy Burnham how to reupholster a chair
News
10th September 2025

Renew celebrates four years

Renew celebrates four years and millions of pounds transforming local waste into community good. Renew has donated £1.6 million directly to community groups and charities across Greater Manchester in the last four years. Renew is a joint initiative between Recycle for Greater Manchester (R4GM) and SUEZ recycling and recovery UK and is the largest reuse […]

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Moving boxes, wheelie bin, t shirt, suitcase, stack of books with recycling symbols
Blog
23rd June 2025

5 hacks for uni-parents this moving day

Whether your offspring are moving out for the first time, or coming back for summer these hacks will save you time and money.

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BE BATTERY AWARE

There’s hidden batteries everywhere! We’re working with our partners Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service to remind you not to put any batteries in your bins at home.

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IN THE LOOP

When you recycle your stuff in the correct bin at home, you’re part of the circular economy and #InTheLoop.

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BUY, KEEP, EAT, REPEAT

We are working with Bolton Council to help residents recycle right in their beige paper and card bin. Learn more about your beige bin and how you can get involved in this campaign.

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LET’S COMPOST NOW

Home composting is using your kitchen waste and garden waste to make your own nutrient rich compost that you can use to help feed your flowers, plants and vegetables.

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