About Brooklyn Recycling Group
Working together for a cleaner, more sustainable industrial precinct
The Brooklyn Recycling Group (BRG) is a collaborative of businesses working together to improve environmental outcomes, raise operational standards, and strengthen community engagement across the Brooklyn Industrial Precinct.
Formed in 2024, after several years in the making, the BRG was established through the signing of Victoria’s first Better Environment Plan (BEP) — a formal, voluntary agreement with EPA Victoria designed to drive air quality improvements and advance Victoria’s Circular Economy Strategy.
Our Members
The founding BRG members operate within the Bunting Road area and include:
Sunshine Groupe (Gypsum & Fertilizer)
Delta Group
City Circle
ResourceCo
This innovative partnership was the recipient of the Greenstart Award at the 35th Australian Freight Industry Awards, in September 2025. Through Victoria’s first Better Environment Plan (BEP), we’re taking bold steps to reduce emissions, improve air quality, and support a cleaner, healthier future. See The Plan for more about this.
Together, our businesses employ hundreds of local workers and manage large volumes of Victoria’s construction and demolition (C&D) waste, diverting materials from landfill and returning recycled products into new infrastructure projects.
Contribution to the Circular Economy
Recovered materials no longer sent to landfill
BRG members currently recycle over half of Victoria’s construction and demolition (C&D) waste, including:
- Concrete, brick, rock, and masonry
- Timber and soil
All of this recovered material is recycled and reused locally within Victoria.
A major product from BRG operations is recycled aggregates, which are used in road and civil construction. This process supports sustainable development, reduces the demand for virgin materials, and contributes to Victoria’s circular economy.
Because the member businesses are located within Greater Melbourne, transport-related costs, emissions, and traffic congestion are significantly reduced — making BRG operations both economical and environmentally efficient.
Location
The Brooklyn Industrial Precinct is a key industrial hub located just 12 km west of Melbourne’s CBD. It offers excellent access to ports, major roads, and freight infrastructure, and spans parts of Brimbank, Maribyrnong, Wyndham, and Hobsons Baymunicipalities.
However, infrastructure challenges remain. Aging roads, drainage, and services require ongoing investment to support existing operations and meet the expectations of nearby communities.
See our Better Environment Plan section for more…