South Australia top in recycling stakes

South Australia is the best state when it comes to recycling, Environment Minister Ian Hunter says.

File photo. Source: AAP

South Australians are the best recyclers in the country, according to the latest figures.

Environment Minister Ian Hunter says 79.7 per cent of the state's waste was recycled in 2013/14, with 3.59 million tonnes diverted from landfill.

Each South Australian recycles more than 2100kg of waste every year, Mr Hunter says.