YHA Newcastle Beach

Energy Efficiency:

• Low energy motion-sensor lighting: no need for lights on in empty rooms.
• Low energy bulbs keep our property well lit, but doesn’t cost the earth.
• Energy-efficient heating.
• Active promotion of public transport options – the easiest way to reduce your carbon footprint!
• Participate in Earth Hour.

Waste minimisation:

• Recycling stations are available in rooms, kitchens, and office areas, where we recycle a wide range of items, including printer cartridges, paper, beer cans, plastic containers, soft plastics, light bulbs, old batteries, and even clothing!
• On-property composting is implemented for organic waste.
• We participate in the Return and Earn Program, with a percentage of refunds donated to our sponsor child through World Vision.
• Any food left after the check-out date is placed in the free food basket for other guests to use.

Water saving:

• Our showers and taps are 3 stars! 3 WELS stars for efficiency that is, our toilets? Dual flush for ultimate bathroom efficiency.
• Water-efficient laundry practices with front loader washing machines, they save hundreds of litres each year!