Don't replace it. Rethink it.
A digital guide to reuse, repair, rehome and recycle in your community.
Who is NSROC?
Through shared initiatives and collaboration, NSROC supports local communities to reduce waste, protect the environment and build a more sustainable future.
Avoid & Reduce
Avoid and reduce unnecessary items and packaging.
REUSE
Use again, share or borrow before buying new.
REPAIR
Fix what you have and keep it in use for longer.
RECYCLE
Recycle materials when you can’t reuse or repair.
DISPOSE
Dispose of items safely as a last resort.
Don't replace it. Rethink it.
Whether you’re looking to borrow or hire something instead of buying it, repair an item to keep it in use, choose pre-loved, or find a new home for something you no longer need, this guide connects you with useful information, local services and options in your community. Recycling and disposal should be the last options we consider.
Wherever possible, it’s better to avoid unnecessary purchases, reuse what we already have, repair items, share or borrow, and pass things on so they can stay in circulation for longer. It’s about putting the waste hierarchy into practice. Keeping products and materials in use helps preserve the resources, energy and effort that have already gone into making them. It can also save money, reduce waste and lessen the need for new products and raw materials. The idea is simple: before you buy new or throw something away, rethink what’s possible.
Participating Councils
Don’t replace it. Rethink it. is a Northern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (NSROC) initiative, delivered together with eight member councils across the region.
