Scrap Metal

Scrap metal should not be placed into any of the kerbside domestic bins. Scrap metal items can be returned to the Resource Recovery Centre. For more information on the Centre including location and opening hours click here.  

Spectacles

Prescription glasses are expensive and often need to be updated regularly. Unwanted glasses can be donated to a variety of charities and they are then sent to communities where they can make a huge difference to people living in less fortunate circumstances. To donate your glasses talk to your local optometrist or service club (Rotary, Lions Clubs etc) who may collect them or post them for free in a padded bag to: PersonalEYES Donate Glasses Reply Paid 301 Parramatta NSW 2124 http://www.personaleyes.com.au/donate-glasses

Scrap Steel

Scrap steel should not be placed into any of the kerbside domestic bins. Scrap steel items can be returned to the Resource Recovery Centre. For more information on the Centre including location and opening hours click here.  

Steel Cans

Empty steel cans are recyclable and can be placed directly into your yellow lidded recycling bin. Aluminium can be recycled infinitely without any loss of quality. More importantly recycling steel saves 75% of the energy it would take to make a can from scratch. So ensure that you always place steel cans into the recycling bin and remember if you are out and about and there are no public recycling bins, collect your cans and take them home to recycle.

Bulky Polystyrene

  Most bulky polystyrene (officially called Expanded Polystyrene) used for packaging or fruit boxes can be bought into Council’s Resource Recovery Centre for free. It must be clean, not waxed and all sticky tape must be removed. The polystyrene is compressed on-site and sold for use in new items such as outdoor furniture. For more information about the centre including location and opening hours visit our Resource Recovery Centre page.

Syringes

Syringes are considered a hazardous waste and can be extremely dangerous if placed in any domestic bins. If you have a medical condition that requires their use ensure that you dispose of them correctly. Talk to your local pharmacy or visit www.safesharps.org.au to find a disposal site near you.