Gwangju City News

Recycling Machines in Dong-gu District Turn Trash into Cash

In January 2021, the Dong-gu District in Gwangju City installed recycling machines for empty cans and plastic bottles as part of its efforts to promote resource reuse. Two machines were placed in the Jeungsim-sa area parking lot, a popular area for visitors to Mt. Mudeung National Park. Additionally, one machine was put into operation at the Jiwon 1-dong Recycling Neighborhood Yard

Users can earn points by depositing their recyclables into a vending machine-like recycling device and entering their mobile phone numbers. Each empty can and PET bottle will accumulate 10 points. Once a user accumulates 2,000 points or more, they can register as a member on the recycling website (www. superbin.co.kr) and convert their points into cash.

The Dong-gu District Office has announced plans to expand the installation of these machines if the satisfaction level is high. Lim Taek, head of Donggu District Office, stated, “We will develop various policies to transform our city into a sustainable resource recycling city.”

Base Taxi Fare Rises by 1,000 won in July

The Gwangju Metropolitan City government has announced that the base taxi fare will rise by 1,000 won starting in July. The base rate will start at 4,300 won as compared to the current 3,300 won. The increments of increase for distance and time, as well as the basic fare for late-night taxi use will remain the same as before. Taxi fare of a middlesized taxi will start at 4,300 won, up from 3,300 won. Deluxe taxi and jumbo taxi fares will start at 5,100, up from 3,900 won.

Gwangju Mudeung Stadium Reopens

Gwangju Mudeung Stadium reopend on June 19 after being closed for renovations for eight years. With the renovations, an underground parking lot, a climbing wall, a jogging track, and a playground have been newly built. Gwangju Metropolitan City expects that Gwangju residents will enjoy the stadium as a sports theme park.