General waste bin (red lid)
Tips for using your general waste bin:
- Keep recycling out of the general waste bin – all of this waste collected is sent to Tamala Park landfill. If you are filling up your recycling bin each fortnight, use the online form to apply for a FREE bigger 360L recycling bin.
- The bin should not weigh more than 70kg.
- Collections take place between 6.00am – 5.00pm.
- For details on where to dispose of specific items, please refer to the Waste Disposal Guide.
| Accepted in general waste (examples) | Not Accepted in general waste (examples) |
|---|---|
| Food waste, scraps and leftovers | Glass (broken or other) |
| Hygiene products | Hot or burning ash |
| Animal waste | Asbestos |
| Nappies | Household hazard waste (inc. batteries and aerosols, paint etc.) |
| Ceramics (plates, mugs, bowls etc.) | Bricks, concrete, sand and other building materials |
| General household waste | Green waste – place into garden organics bin |
| Broken items | Electronic waste (e-waste) |
| Shredded paper (bagged) | Old tyres and motor oil |
If your bin was missed / not emptied on collection day, please call 9400 4000.