Aussie Skip Bags Supporting Queensland Flood Victims

Recent flood disasters in south East Queensland have highlighted the vital role our Skip Bags can play in response to emergency disasters where time is of the essence. Recently in Bundaberg ASB operators Scott and Fiona Mathiesen were able to showcase some of the major differences between skip bags and skip bins, assisting the SES and council in their efforts.

Once flood waters receeded the heartbreaking task of going from street to street removing rubbish and rubble took place, with tons of wet carpet, wall sheets, broken windows and all manner of ruined household goods being pulled out of effected houses and dumped into the street for disposal. The 1m3 bags in particular saved hundreds of man hours, as workers and volunteers were able to drag the bag through the household filling it as they go. In the case of glass breakables like windows and doors, this meant containment from removal to disposal, alleviating broken glass being spread onto footpaths and streets.

Bags were able to be carried in service vehicles and construction equipment, and pulled out exactly when and where needed, and with the four handles council equipment could move them around effectively. “Suddenly our guys went from standing around waiting for skip bins arrive, to having complete control of the waste containment situation” one coordinator commented. With local operators Scott and Fiona in the fray, working 12 and 14 hr days, they were able to remove upwards of 35 bags a day with their little pink truck. “We gave away heaps of bags, not only to the SES, but also direct to allot of home owners, they needed to get their houses (and lives) cleaned out as quickly as possible, not only to stop vermin and disease but to be able to mentally and emotionally move on from this disaster.”

ASB has been assisting where possible in Brisbane and Ipswitch flood effected areas, although as yet has not been able to receive any responses from these councils in relation to offers of official help.

Bags of difference

This story appeared in the Wynnum Heradld - November 24th 2010

WEIGHING only 2kg and 100 percent recyclable, the product being sold by Mark Songhurst has revolutionised the Bayside skip bin industry.

Mr Songhurst has bought an Aussie Skip Bags franchise. "The (pink) bags are made from woven polypropylene so they are extremely strong and won’t tear or break," Mr Songhurst said. With three sizes, costing from $19.95, he said the bags were the perfect way to remove unwanted rubbish in the yard.

"With summer, Christmas and storm season fast approaching, skip bags are an easy and cost effective way to get rid of the branches, excess rubbish and clutter in the home.
I loved the concept as soon as I saw it. Not only is it convenient, having different bag sizes available also solves the problem for smaller jobs where a large skip bin would not be practical."

Aussie Skip Bags are available at selected BP service stations, Mitre 10 stores, landscape suppliers or at www.aussieskipbags.com.au.