Blacks Beach in the Mackay region of Queensland is no stranger to recycled plastic products from Replas. At Barber Drive Park, Replas Pro Plants Whitsunday have installed a plank sign, Brolga Bollards with a galvanised steel frame for a fence and Enduromesh for a stairway. Recycled plastic products are great fit for purpose products in [...]
At Blacks Beach in Mackay, Queensland, preferred Replas Pro Plants Whitsunday have installed another beach access staircase. The composite fibre structure is accompanied with Enduromesh steps leading directly into the sand from the car park. The sturdy composite fibre structure can be used in a variety of boardwalk and decking applications. The innovative design allows [...]
At Bowen Beachfront in far north Queensland, Whitsunday Regional Council have installed blue recycled plastic furniture along the foreshore and at the Holiday Park. Recycled plastic material from Replas is ideal for marine environments as the material will not rot, split, rust or crack like alternative materials. The smooth finish allows visitors to rest and [...]
Replas Pro, SR Engineering, have recently installed a canoe launching platform for Parks Victoria at Frankston Reservoir with recycled plastic Premier Benches and Enduromesh decking. Premier Benches are created with a galvanised steel frame and are available in either two or three supports options. Because the benches are made from recycled plastic, they will not [...]
On the 12th of November, Peter Bruce, General Manager Woolies 360, visited the Replas Environmental Centre. During the tour, Peter discussed with Mark Jacobsen, Sales and Marketing Director, and Des Benjamin, Chairman, about the Circular Economy and creating a demand for recycled plastic products. "The tide is turning" explains Mark, more and more corporate companies [...]
The Australian Institute of Packaging came to the Replas Environmental Centre in late October to discover recycled plastic products alongside the 2019 Waste Expo. 15 members of AIP discussed the Circular Economy and what needs to be done in government and local council to create a demand for recycled plastic products. This tour comes alongside [...]
On the 7th of November, members of Kellogg's head office flew down from Sydney to tour the Replas Environmental Centre with Sales and Marketing Director of Replas, Mark Jacobsen and Director of REDgroup, Liz Kasell. During this tour, the Kellogg's team discussed the Circular Economy and how they can help drive demand through their Nutri-Grain [...]
The Frankston RSL have donated two recycled plastic Kimberley Select Seats to Frankston City Council, Victoria, at Beauty Park in front of the Frankston War Memorial. "WE WILL REMEMBER THEM" and "LEST WE FORGET" have been routed into the two seats that look onto the waving flags. Kimberley Select Seats offer a modern twist on [...]
"The Mooloolaba State School community were so happy with our "Buddy Bench" that we were lucky enough to receive as a competition winner in 2017, so we decided we would love to support Replas again and purchase some furniture for our Anzac Memorial Space," explains Melanie Taylor of Mooloolaba State School. The new addition to [...]
Cranbrook State School in Townsville, Queensland, has updated their outside after school care area with recycled plastic settings from Replas. Outside School Hours Care Coordinator, Nicole Powell, was looking for products that would "withstand time, weather and 80 children - we found this in the Replas furniture." The 3-support Premier Slimline Settings with Lyrebird Benches, [...]
"The Student Parliament at Allambie Heights Public School voted to replace our school mud kitchen which had decayed and needed to be removed," explains Sarah Swift, Deputy Principal at Allambie Heights Public School. "Students and teachers undertook research to look for a suitable replacement. All the mud kitchens we saw were wooden and we were [...]
"Replas was extremely easy to deal with and their product selection was fantastic. An added bonus was that one of their designs for our Buddy Bench aligned with our school logo! The fact that this was a student led project and the students were engaged from the beginning of the process was fantastic," said Vanessa [...]
Allambie Heights Public School in New South Wales have recently installed a new floating deck boardwalk for their "Discovery Trail" within the school grounds with recycled plastic decking Enduroplank™ from Replas. Principal at Allambie Heights PS, Angela Helsloot, said they wanted a product that was "environmentally friendly and would not require any maintenance." The Enduroplank™ [...]
"The quality and sturdiness of the products are fantastic. Considering the extreme heat that we can have out west, the seating doesn't seem to get so hot that the students can't use it," explains Jaye Milgate, School Administration Manager for Trangie Central School in New South Wales. "The whole idea of the recycled products shows [...]
"The overriding ethos of Cornish College is 'educate for a sustainable future.' Using a recycled plastic product ties perfectly into that ethos," explains Tom Humphreys, Property Manager at Cornish College in Bangholme, Victoria. Newly installed at Cornish College for a ramp and deck platform is recycled plastic Enduroplank™ decking from Replas. "Our thought was that [...]
Crib Point Primary School in Victoria has recently installed a variety of recycled plastic furniture pieces around their school grounds. Business Manager at Crib Point, Kerry Sorenson, said, "We had timber benches and seating that we replaced with recycled plastic furniture and Replas had an established reputation and a wide variety of furniture." In-ground Premier [...]
"The product looked great and performed well through assembly and fixing to ground,"explains Dean Walsh from Woodbridge Landscapes, Replas Pro, who installed 14 recycled plastic Premier Benches at Auburn High School in Hawthorn East, VIC. A few year ago, Auburn High School engaged Replas and were interested in the use of recycled plastic products to [...]
Replas Sales and Marketing Director, Mark Jacobsen, made a presentation at the 2019 Parks and Leisure Australia Conference of Replas case studies around innovative, Circular Economy installations and work around parks in Australia. Mark and Scott Herbert, Western Australia Replas Distributor, also met up with Councillor of City of Canning, Sara Saberi, and Parks Conservation [...]
Lavalla Catholic College in the Gippsland Region of Victoria, Traralgon, have installed a variety of recycled plastic furniture and Wheelstops around their grounds. Kakadu Seats, Premier Settings and varies coloured Wheelstops gives Lavalla CC durable, low maintenance products to outlast outdoor weather conditions. The Kakadu Seat is a straight-back seat with graceful sculptured supports for [...]
Central Signs Group in Caringbah, New South Wales, and Replas are establishing a partnership where Central Signs Group will be holding stock of various recycled plastic bollards from Replas. Holding stock in their Sydney warehouse, along with becoming a Replas Pro means Central Signs Group will become a preferred Replas installer for jobs in their [...]
Between October 27 and 30th, Replas will be attending the 2019 Parks and Leisure Australia Conference in Perth, Western Australia. Parks and Leisure Australia, PLA2019, 'will focus on the importance of linking parks, open spaces and facilities to our health, well-being and sporting performance and talk about the fundamental need for good policy, planning and [...]
"I was encouraged to use one of your seats by Uniting's property department, it is for a drop-off pick-up area at my village," explains Sue Maybury, Village Manager at Uniting Independent Living in Salamander Bay, New South Wales. Sue and her team installed the recycled plastic Mawson Seat, a stylish addition to any outdoor area [...]
Steve Sharpe, Team Leader City Centre Maintenance, says recycled plastic Brolga Bollards from Replas are the 'bollard of choice' for Mackay Regional Council in North Queensland. "They look great with the galvanised or stainless steel pipe through them so they can be spaced out a bit further and keep any unwanted vehicles out of where [...]
Sydney Academy of Sport, part of the New South Wales State Government, is always looking at ways to recycle and use recycled plastic products. Michael Rogan, Acting Services Coordinator Grounds and Facilities, has installed Replas products before, "we have found it very good, also the fact that it is a recycled product was important to [...]
Leisurely Park International is a prestigious Equestrian property of 103 acres located in Dromana, Victoria. Rose Luo, who owns the property, was looking for new furniture pieces to replace the old wooden seats they had. Recycled plastic Kimberley Select Seats from Replas were delivered fully assembled and installed around the pond on the farm. "We [...]
Set on a spectacular section of the Mid North Coast in New South Wales is the Coastal Walk at Forster. Mid Coast Council have been instrumental in the creation of the walk and the installation of recycled plastic Kimberley Seats and Premier Settings from Replas. Many of these seats, featured prominently, were donated as Memorial [...]
Mackay Council, in the Whitsundays in Queensland, order and install sign plank signs throughout their region. Colour coated for where you are, blue signs by the water and green sign in land. Recycled plastic Plank Signs are perfect to identify any parkland, school, sporing/recreation ground or beach. The support poles for the planks are the [...]
Mornington Tennis Club have installed 900 mm, free standing, blue Premier Benches around their courts for players and visitors to enjoy and rest between games. Premier Benches offer greater legroom with the use of a galvanised steel frame and is available is a range of colours and two sizes. Like all other recycled plastic products [...]
The new Coles Supermarket in Rochedale, South East Queensland, have installed 100 mm recycled plastic bollards from Replas around the perimetre of the site, as well as a 125 mm bollard used for a drinking fountain. The robust 100 mm bollard comprises a recycled plastic profile with a pyramid shaped top, an ideal solution wherever [...]
Almost 10 years ago, East Gippsland had a bush fire that tore through at such a pace that it took out buildings, livestock and many wildlife and fauna in it's haze. However, still standing after the fire was put out was the recycled plastic setting from Replas. Michael Oxer, an active member of the East [...]
On Friday 18th of October, the Replas Environmental Centre had a large group of industry professionals attend a tour as part of the Williamson Community Leadership Program run by Leadership Victoria. Leadership Victoria exists to inspire, develop and connect exceptional leaders who are driven by personal development and professional excellence and share our passion for [...]
"Simplot visited Replas and saw the great work turning plastic material that traditionally went to landfill but are now recycled into reusable and practical products," explains Anthony Mee, Safety, Health, Environment and Well-being Manager at Simplot Australia. "Our factory saw an opportunity to buy back some of the plastic that may very well may have [...]
On Friday, 11th of October, Territory Manager - Victoria Kelvin Agg attended the Victorian Regional Achievement and Community Awards where Replas was a Semi Finalist nominated for Parks Victoria, Environmental Sustainability Award. With more than 400 guests in attendance, it was a fantastic event celebrating the achievements and community contributions of regional Victorians. "The Victorian [...]
Big benches have made a big statement at Yarraville Reserve in Maribyrnong City Council. Three recycled plastic Big Benches were installed at the park for seating near the playground, perfect for kids, parents and residents to use in this public, social space. With extra slats on the side for a contemporary finish, these recycled plastic [...]
Glen Eira City Council has one dog park, and it's filled with recycled plastic dog agility! Paw-field Park located at 'The Wedge' in Caulfield East, is a puppy play space featuring turfed areas for exercise, socialisation and obedience training, as well as natural elements like rocks and plantings for 'sniffing investigations' and recycled plastic dog [...]
Alan Dekker, Building Maintenance Supervisor for Shellharbour City Council in NSW, talks about the floating Enduroplank™ deck at Shellharbour North Beach installation completed 3 years ago, "the floating boardwalk was easy to put in as the recycled plastic was easy to work with and the components weren't too heavy." Recycled plastic decking from Replas, Enduroplank™, [...]
More recycled plastic products from Replas are being installed in the new residential development in Thurgoona, New South Wales "for their low maintenance and good looks," explains Julianne Edwards, Landscape Projects & Administration for Enviro Culture Services. "Brooklyn Fields Estate is nestled amongst Bush Reserves and has a number of specially designed constructed wetlands weaving [...]
In 2018, Snowy Monaro Regional Council in New South Wales asked primary students in the Bombala and Delegate areas to produce artwork which would encourage the community to reduce waste and increase recycling. Students could either draw or paint a design that would help to spread the message of reduce, reuse and recycle. "The successful [...]
On the 10th of September, lululemon came to the Replas Environmental Centre to discuss future plans of purchasing back recycled plastic products from their waste. Back in 2013, lululemon purchased a Daintree Seat to showcase out the front of their Chapel Street store. Now, lululemon is looking to expand their sustainability and create a home [...]
125 and 100 mm recycled plastic bollard from Replas have been installed throughout the new Kaduna Estate in Officer South, Victoria. As the south eastern suburbs grow in Victoria, more and more councils are relying on durable, long lasting recycled plastic products. These bollards are also modified with red reflectors, used as electrical bollards. Both [...]
On Monday, September 2nd, the SunRice team came to the Replas Environmental Centre to tour the Replas facility and products. Dave Hansen, Global Head of Quality R&D, Lynette Ryan, Head of Sustainability and Andrew Condell, Head of Operations, took the tour with Mark Jacobsen, Sales and Marketing Director, and Red Group Founder Elizabeth Kasell. On [...]
Hornsby Shire Council in New South Wales has taken educating into their own hands by having a recycled plastic CLEAR Bollard and Kingfisher seat from Replas at their Recycling Centre in Thornleigh. Located in the drop off area for soft plastics, this is an excellent initiative by the council that encourages people to ask questions [...]
On Sunday, August 25th, the Leader of the Opposition, Michael O'Brien, came to the Replas Environmental Centre to learn more about Replas and recycled plastic products. Taken around the facility by Replas Chairman Des Benjamin and Sales and Marketing Director Mark Jacobsen, the three spoke about the importance of creating the Circular Economy and finding [...]
"The seating was chosen as part of a grant for our kitchen garden and achieved through our sustainability group, the Earthlings. One of our school council members knew of Replas and as soon as we had mentioned it to the team, they were keen to go with recycled and sustainable products. After they had seen [...]
Hastings Tennis Club in Victoria is home to recycled plastic Kakadu Seats, installed over 5 years ago and looking brand new. Kakadu Seats from Replas are straight back seats with graceful sculptured supports. In free-standing form at Hastings Tennis Club, the club can move these seats around the facility where they are needed. Unlike alternative [...]
"In the photo is our Maintenance Fitter - Macca," says Jacobus Grundling, Coordinator of Parks and Gardens in Tablelands Regional Council in Queensland. "Macca installed all your products be it benches, signs or bollards and he really enjoys working with the Replas gear as it is easy to put together, light and robust." Tablelands Regional [...]
"The fact that the wheel stops are made from recycled plastic makes it a great choice for council," said John Turville from Eurobodalla Shire Council in New South Wales. Wheel stops from Replas are a tough, light weight alternative to concrete stops. Recycled plastic wheel stops can be used in car parks to prevent damage [...]
City of Cockburn in Western Australia have recently installed recycled plastic dog agility equipment at the new dog park on Briggs Street in South Lake. "This is a lovely facility for residents to safely exercise their dogs off the lead in one of two fully fenced exercise areas. The exercise areas are grassed with doggy [...]
President of Australian Local Government Association, David O'Loughlin, caught up with Replas Sales and Marketing Director, Mark Jacobsen, and South Australia State Manager Robbie Westley at the 2019 LGA Roads and Works Conference in Renmark, South Australia. David, Mark and Robbie discussed the importance of the Circular Economy, the current waste industry challenges and creating [...]
Matthew Barron, the area Sales Manager for VIC, TAS, and SA, from Cadia Group stopped by to chat with Replas at the 2019 LGA Roads and Works Conference in Renmark, South Australia. Cadia Group specialises in the utility market, including water board, council, civil contracting, plumbing and electrical sectors. Cadia Group has worked with the [...]
