Shire of Carnarvon welcome community-led program collecting rubbish from streets every week

A Gascoyne couple are encouraging others in the community to step up and help keep Carnarvon’s streets clean by co-ordinating clean-up events through community-led group Carnarvon’s Litter Legends. Wayne and Jeanette Taylor launched the initiative after collecting rubbish through the Clean Community Coffees program, which encouraged residents to clean the streets in exchange for coffee vouchers to spend at local cafes. The Shire of Carnarvon said the Taylors often collected several bags of rubbish for a coffee voucher and their passion and dedication gave rise to the new group. In a community effort, the couple distribute equipment and oversee the rubbish disposal every Friday, and encourage the community to get involved. “Residents are encouraged to join in and take pride in contributing to a cleaner, greener Carnarvon, all while connecting with fellow community members,” the shire said. Residents who are eager to participate can collect and return rubbish bags from the shire office any day of the week.