When ordering a drink, specifically ask for no straw. Too often cafes and pubs give straws away automatically, whether you want one or not.
Some people genuinely need a straw or really prefer to use one. You can buy a reusable straw and take it with you when out and about.
Grab one from the Clean Up Australia store!
Suggest to your local cafe, pub or juice bar that they remove straws from the counter and only provide them on request - and then ideally only paper straws.
If you see venues providing "eco or biodegradable" plastic straws, let them know these are even worse for the environment than regular straws as they do not biodegrade.
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We're calling on all Australians to Step Up and make a pledge towards reducing their waste contribution. Could you Step Up by saying no to straws? To bringing your own waterbottle? To composting? To buying recycled, to choosing not to buy fast fashion or refusing to purchase fruit and vegetables pre-wrapped in plastic?
There are so many ways to Step Up! And thousands of small steps together, make a big difference! Together we can all be part of the solution.
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