Polystyrene the most common waste item collected from Australia's largest waterways

Bans on single-use plastic items in parts of Australia have resulted in a reduction in plastic waste. But, environmentalists say more needs to be done to protect marine habitats from harmful litter.

A bird with rubbish on Christmas Island Source: AAP

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