Thank you to Annie Jiang from Go Circular for the invitation to the launch of the Hunter and Central Coast Circular Economy Roadmap. The networking breakfast shared a view of our region’s strengths and challenges, and how it is collaboratively working towards developing the local circular economy.

It was great to hear from industry and local circular economy experts about circular economy projects and initiatives throughout the region.

Speakers included:

• Brett Allan, General Manager Molycop
• Jess Hodge, Founder Resourceful Living
• Mayor Kay Fraser, Lake Macquarie City Council
• Joe James, CEO Hunter JO
• Tim Askew, Regional Policy & Programs Manager Hunter JO
• David Hughes, Director Built & Natural Assets Lake Macquarie City Council

With the engagement and drive from both local government and businesses, The Hunter has the potential to become an example of the circular economy.

Barr Planning looks forward to working with business on developing opportunities to enter the circular economy, particularly within the built environment