s 51
In forceMeaning of prohibited plastic bag
Part 3Plastic bags
Division 1Basic concepts
51 Meaning of prohibited plastic bag
(1)
A prohibited plastic bag is:
(a)
a carry bag:
(i) the body of which comprises (in whole or part) polyethylene with a thickness of less than 35 microns; and
(ii)
that has handles; or
(b)
a bag of a kind prescribed by regulation.
(2)
However, each of the following is not a prohibited plastic bag:
(a)
a biodegradable bag;
(b) a plastic bag that is, or forms an integral part of, the packaging in which goods are sealed prior to sale;
(c)
a bag of a kind prescribed by regulation.
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