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Posted Mon May 4 2009: from ABC News: Plastic bag ban begins http://apocadocs.com/s.pl?1241454583 South Australia has become the first state to ban lightweight plastic checkout bags. The ban is expected to reduce the 400 million bags a year which end up in dumps. Shops must supply reusable or environmentally friendly alternatives such as cornstarch or paper bags. Retailers could get an on the spot fine of $315, or a maximum penalty of $5,000 if they are caught breaching the ban. [Read more stories about: contamination, plastic problems, smart policy] New!: Your Quips: TypeAAndy says: "Would you rather I was a sack mack?" Got a PaniQuip? Your Quip (limit 140 characters, no links, just wit): First name: The text shown in the Web image to the right: We reserve the right to reuse, remove, or refuse any entry.

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