Cronulla RSL Recognised for Sustainability at Clubs & Community Awards
Cronulla RSL is proud to have been recognised as Highly Commended in the Sustainable Future category at the recent Clubs & Community Awards.
The award celebrates clubs that are actively investing in long-term sustainability and resilience across environmental, social, economic and infrastructure pillars. Being recognised among clubs leading the way in this space is a reflection of Cronulla RSL's ongoing commitment to creating positive environmental outcomes while serving our members and community.
Sustainability is embedded across the Club's operations, guiding the decisions we make every day. From renewable energy generation through four independent solar panel systems to innovative waste reduction technologies, Cronulla RSL continues to invest in practical initiatives that deliver measurable environmental benefits.
Over the 2025 period, our glass crusher converted 56,930m³ of glass, significantly reducing transport requirements and associated emissions, while our cardboard compactor has helped streamline recycling processes. The Club's ORCA food waste digesting machine processed 14.769 tonnes of food waste during 2025, preventing organic waste from entering landfill and reducing carbon emissions by 8.1 tonnes of CO₂e.
We have also continued our commitment to reducing single-use plastics, replacing a range of products with biodegradable and industrially compostable alternatives. Additional recycling initiatives, including our Recycle Smart program, printer toner recycling, secure paper shredding and co-mingled recycling services, ensure valuable resources are diverted from landfill wherever possible.
Beyond our own operations, Cronulla RSL remains committed to supporting environmental initiatives throughout the community. We are proud supporters of the Cronulla Surfrider Foundation and regularly participate in local beach clean-up activities that help protect and preserve our coastline.
This recognition acknowledges the collective efforts of our staff, members and partners who embrace sustainable practices every day. While we are honoured to receive this Highly Commended recognition, we remain focused on continuing to improve, innovate and identify new opportunities to reduce our environmental impact.
At Cronulla RSL, we believe that small changes can create big impact, and we are proud to be playing our part in building a more sustainable future for our community
