plastic bags

In June 2008, the South Australian Government passed legislation to ban plastic bags.
The transition to the ban starts on  the 1st January 2009 coming to full effect on Monday 4th May 2009.

During the 4 month transition period, any retailer who still provides light weight plastic bags must also
provide alternative bags, so shoppers have a choice. Retailers will also be required to display signs
that inform customers of the change.

BANNED:

• Thin plastic bags with handle used to carry retail good and usually supplied at supermarket check-outs and take away food outlets.
• Made of light weight polyethylene less than 35 microns thick
• Degradable bags(made of polyethylene) which are not compostable and do not meet the Australian Standard AS 4736-2006

NOT BANNED:

• "bags on a roll" such as those used at vegetable and fruit stalls.
• Heavier plastic bags used by boutiques and department stores
• Compostable bags that meet Australian Standard AS 4736-2006
• Green bags design for multiple use
• Paper bags

WATCH OUT FOR SPECIALS ON PAPER BAGS, THE ALTERNATIVE TO PLASTIC BAGS, COMING TO THIS WEBSITE SOON.

With the forthcoming changes in South Australia banning the use of plastic carry bags, Bagot Press offers its clients a solution that will provide a combination of strength and functionality at competitive prices. Our paper bags are environmentally friendly, recyclable,
degradable and are packed in cartons made of 95% recycled board.