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Adhesive strips Also: Band-Aids, bandaid, Elastoplast, sticky plaster
Adhesive stripsBand-Aids, bandaid, Elastoplast, sticky plasterLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut adhesive strips in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Australia Post satchels (plastic) Also: express post satchel, parcel post satchel, post packs, padded bag
Australia Post satchels (plastic)express post satchel, parcel post satchel, post packs, padded bagLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- it should be empty and dry.
- remove any paper inserts.
Where do plastic Australian Post satchels go next?
It will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t Australia Post satchels go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Balloons
BalloonsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut balloons in your rubbish bin.
What can I use instead of balloons?
Balloons are in the top three most harmful pollutants threatening marine wildlife. Consider using a more sustainable alternative at your next celebration such as flowers or blowing bubbles, which aren't just for kids. Find out more about wildlife-friendly alternatives to balloons.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Bread bags Also: bread packaging, soft plastic
Bread bagsbread packaging, soft plasticLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining bread. Find out ways to use up food scraps.
- remove the bread tag. Find out how to dispose of bread tags.
Where do bread bags go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t bread bags go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Bubble wrap
Bubble wrapLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- cut them into A3 size to make sure they fit. Large pieces of bubble wrap are too bulky to be placed in soft plastic bins at supermarkets.
- ensure the bubble wrap is dry.
Where does bubble wrap go next?
It will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t bubble wrap go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cellophane
CellophaneLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- cut them into A3 size to make sure they fit. Large pieces of cellophane are too bulky to be placed in soft plastic bins at supermarkets.
Where does cellophane go next?
It will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t cellophane go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cereal box inserts Also: cereal box liner, soft plastic
Cereal box insertscereal box liner, soft plasticLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- remove any remaining cereal.
Where do cereal box inserts go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t cereal box inserts go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Chip packets Also: crisp packets, confectionery bag, sweet bags, soft plastic
Chip packetscrisp packets, confectionery bag, sweet bags, soft plasticLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining chips
- ensure chip packets are dry.
Where do chip packets go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t chip packets go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cling wrap Also: cling film, Gladwrap, plastic film wrap, saran wrap
Cling wrapcling film, Gladwrap, plastic film wrap, saran wrapLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it...
Only Glad brand and Coles and Woolworths Essentials homebrand cling wrap is accepted at REDcycle soft plastics drop-off points at participating supermarkets.
Why can’t cling wrap go in my recycling bin?
Cling wrap is a soft plastic which can’t be sorted at a recycling facility. Cling wrap goes in your rubbish bin, but that means they sit in landfill for years.
What to use instead of cling wrap?
Cling wrap is mainly used to keep food fresh. Luckily, there are lots of other options to keep your food fresher for longer.
You can:
- use reusable glass and plastic containers.
- cover food with a plate.
- use reusable beeswax, soy or silicon wraps.
- cover with foil which can be recycled. Find out how to dispose of aluminium foil.
Why can’t cling wrap go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Disposable nappies Also: diapers, incontinence underwear
Disposable nappiesdiapers, incontinence underwearLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut disposable nappies in your rubbish bin.
Update: If you or someone in your household has coronavirus (COVID-19), put the item in a sealed plastic or paper bag and place in your rubbish bin. If other recyclable items have mixed with affected item, they should also be placed in the rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Food pouches Also: baby food pouches, squeeze pouches, yoghurt pouches
Food pouchesbaby food pouches, squeeze pouches, yoghurt pouchesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining food.
- put the lid on again.
- you do not need to remove the hard plastic tube.
Where do food pouches go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t food pouches go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Frozen food bags
Frozen food bagsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- remove any remaining food.
- ensure frozen food bags are dry.
Where do frozen food bags go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t frozen food bags go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Lolly wrappers Also: candy wrappers, chocolate wrappers, sweet wrappers
Lolly wrapperscandy wrappers, chocolate wrappers, sweet wrappersLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- remove any remaining lollies or chocolate.
- ensure lolly wrappers are dry.
Where do lolly wrappers go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t lolly wrappers go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Plastic bags Also: soft plastic
Plastic bagssoft plasticLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
Ensure your plastic bags are dry.
Where does plastic bags go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t plastic bags go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Plastic film Also: cling-film, cling-wrap, Gladwrap
Plastic filmcling-film, cling-wrap, GladwrapLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
It should be clean and dry.
Where does plastic film go next?
It will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t plastic film go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Plastic sachets Also: sauce packet
Plastic sachetssauce packetLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- remove any contents.
- ensure plastic sachets are dry.
Where do plastic sachets go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t plastic sachets go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Potting mix bags Also: mulch bags
Potting mix bagsmulch bagsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining potting mix.
- cut them into A3 size to make sure they fit. Large pieces of soft plastic are too bulky to be placed in soft plastic bins at supermarkets
Where do potting mix bags go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t potting mix bags go in my recycling bin?
Our current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Reusable shopping bags Also: green bags
Reusable shopping bagsgreen bagsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take it to a REDcycle soft plastics drop-off point at participating supermarkets.
Make it recycle ready
- make sure it is empty.
- leave the plastic base inside as it is fully recyclable too.
Where do reusable bags go next?
They will be:
- collected by REDcycle.
- taken to REDcycle facilities for processing.
- taken to manufacturing facilities to be turned into new recycled products.
Why can’t reusable bags go in my recycling bin?
Current recycling sorting facilities aren’t equipped to sort these softer types of plastic and they can get caught in equipment. This slows down the sorting lines and can even stop the equipment for periods of time.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
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Biscuit trays
Biscuit traysLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining biscuits.
Where do biscuit trays go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Blister pack Also: medication plastic, medicine plastic, pill pack, pill plastic, tablet pack, medicine aluminium, medicine wrapper
Blister packmedication plastic, medicine plastic, pill pack, pill plastic, tablet pack, medicine aluminium, medicine wrapperLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut blister packs in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Bottle tops (plastic) Also: bottle caps, bottle lids
Bottle tops (plastic)bottle caps, bottle lidsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
To see if there are any local plastic bottle top recycling programs, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area. If there are none, it goes in your rubbish bin.
Why they can't go in the recycling bin
Bottle tops are small and lightweight and easily fall through the machines at recycling sorting facilities.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Bread tags Also: bread clips
Bread tagsbread clipsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Aussie Bread Tags for Wheelchairs is a community program where individuals and organisations collect bread tags to be sold to plastics recycling companies.
Find out more about Aussie Bread Tags for Wheelchairs.
TerraCycle and Kwik Lok have partnered to create a free recycling program for used bread bag closures.
Find out more about the Terracycle and Kwik Lok bread tag recycling program.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cable ties Also: zip ties
Cable tieszip tiesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut cable ties in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cake trays Also: plastic tray
Cake traysplastic trayLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining cake.
Where do cake trays go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
CD cases Also: jewel case, DVD case, compact disc case
CD casesjewel case, DVD case, compact disc caseLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it...
Some councils might operate a local recycling program. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
CDs (not in case) Also: CDR, compact discs, computer disc, DVD
CDs (not in case)CDR, compact discs, computer disc, DVDLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
To check if there are any CD recycling programs near you, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area. If there are none, they go in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cleaning product bottles Also: detergent bottles, spray bottles
Cleaning product bottlesdetergent bottles, spray bottlesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- remove any remaining liquid
- Unwanted household chemicals can be disposed of via the Detox your home program. Visit the Detox your home page to view permanent drop-off sites and upcoming events.
Where do cleaning product bottles go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Coat hangers (plastic)
Coat hangers (plastic)Last updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
To see if there are any local plastic coat hanger recycling programs, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area. If there are none, it goes in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Coffee cup lids
Coffee cup lidsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoUnless...
Some councils allow disposable coffee cup lids in your recycling bin. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Other recycling options
Some 7-Eleven will take your empty disposable coffee cups and lids. Find a disposable coffee cup recycling point near you.
The cups and lids will be collected by Simply Cups, who will take them to a special facility that can process them for turning into new products.
Why they can't go in your recycling bin
Coffee cup lids can't be recycled as the lids are too small to be sorted by the machines at most processing facilities.
What about the cup itself?
See our Disposable coffee cups page.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Coffee pods Also: coffee capsules
Coffee podscoffee capsulesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find a program near you to recycle your old coffee pods by visiting the TerraCycle website or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Where do coffee pods go?
Coffee pods are separated by their different materials which include metals, plastics and organics (coffee grounds).
Metals are melted down to be recycled. Organics are composted and the remaining plastic is processed and made into new recycled plastic products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cosmetics Also: beauty products, makeup, skincare, sunscreen
Cosmeticsbeauty products, makeup, skincare, sunscreenLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find a program near you to recycle your old cosmetics by visiting the TerraCycle website or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining make-up or cosmetics.
Where do cosmetics go?
Cosmetics are separated by material, shredded and melted into hard plastic that can be made into new recycled products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cutlery (plastic) Also: chopsticks, fork, knife, knives, knife and fork, spoon, stirrer
Cutlery (plastic)chopsticks, fork, knife, knives, knife and fork, spoon, stirrerLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut plastic cutlery in the rubbish bin.
Update: If you or someone in your household has coronavirus (COVID-19), put the item in a sealed plastic or paper bag and place in your rubbish bin. If other recyclable items have mixed with affected item, they should also be placed in the rubbish bin.
Why can’t plastic cutlery go in my recycling bin?
Plastic cutlery is lightweight and flat. So when it is being sorted at the recycling facility, the sorting machines can’t tell it apart from paper. It ends up bundled up with paper and cardboard and reduces the quality of any new recycled products made.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Dental flosser Also: dental picker, dental floss
Dental flosserdental picker, dental flossLast updated: 5 October 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut dental flossers in your rubbish bin.
Update: If you or someone in your household has coronavirus (COVID-19), put the item in a sealed plastic or paper bag and place in your rubbish bin. If other recyclable items have mixed with affected item, they should also be placed in the rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
In metro Melbourne, council waste and recycling facilities are not open to the public. These facilities include collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations. They will remain open for commercial contractors only.
In regional Victoria, facilities are open. Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
If you have unwanted items at home, hold onto them until these facilities re-open. For other options, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information on the roadmap across Victoria please refer to the Department of Health and Human Services.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Deodorant sticks Also: roll-on, roll on
Deodorant sticksroll-on, roll onLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- make sure it’s empty.
Where do deodorant sticks go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Dinnerware (plastic) Also: disposable plates, disposable bowls, single-use plates, single-use bowls
Dinnerware (plastic)disposable plates, disposable bowls, single-use plates, single-use bowlsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- remove any remaining food scraps.
Where does plastic dinnerware go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Food containers (plastic) Also: single-use plastic containers, take-away food containers, microwave meal containers
Food containers (plastic)single-use plastic containers, take-away food containers, microwave meal containersLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining food or liquid.
Where do plastic take-away food containers go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Food platters (plastic) Also: food platter, servingware
Food platters (plastic)food platter, servingwareLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take food platters (plastic) to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
Make it recycle ready
Make sure food platters are:
- in good condition.
- clean and not stained.
Where do your second-hand food platters go?
They will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Fruit and vegetable punnets Also: berry containers, berry punnets, blackberry punnets, blueberry punnets, strawberry punnets
Fruit and vegetable punnetsberry containers, berry punnets, blackberry punnets, blueberry punnets, strawberry punnetsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
Empty any remaining fruits and vegetables.
Where do fruit and vegetable punnets go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Hard plastic containers Also: butter, ice cream, margarine, yoghurt tub
Hard plastic containersbutter, ice cream, margarine, yoghurt tubLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
Empty any remaining food or liquid.
Where do hard plastic containers go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Meat trays (plastic)
Meat trays (plastic)Last updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- remove any remaining meat
- remove the absorbency pad
- remove any plastic film
- lightly rinse the tray.
Where do plastic meat trays go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Milk and juice bottles (plastic) Also: milk container
Milk and juice bottles (plastic)milk containerLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining milk.
Where do plastic milk bottles go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Pen Also: ballpoint pen, disposable pen
Penballpoint pen, disposable penLast updated: 5 October 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut pens in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
In metro Melbourne, council waste and recycling facilities are not open to the public. These facilities include collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations. They will remain open for commercial contractors only.
In regional Victoria, facilities are open. Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
If you have unwanted items at home, hold onto them until these facilities re-open. For other options, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information on the roadmap across Victoria please refer to the Department of Health and Human Services.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Plant pots (small)
Plant pots (small)Last updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1 or 2 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- it should be empty with all dirt and plants removed.
Where do plant pots go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Plastic toys
Plastic toysLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it...
To see if there are any local plastic toy recycling programs, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area. If there are none, they go in your rubbish bin. Do not put batteries in your rubbish bin. Check how to correctly dispose of batteries.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Razors (disposable) Also: disposable razor, razor head, shaver blade, disposable shaver, used blades
Razors (disposable)disposable razor, razor head, shaver blade, disposable shaver, used bladesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoDisposable razors and disposable razor heads go in your rubbish bin.
Update: If you or someone in your household has coronavirus (COVID-19), put the item in a sealed plastic or paper bag and place in your rubbish bin. If other recyclable items have mixed with affected item, they should also be placed in the rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Reusable plastic containers Also: Tupperware
Reusable plastic containersTupperwareLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining food or liquid.
Where do reusable plastic containers go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Shampoo and conditioner bottles
Shampoo and conditioner bottlesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining shampoo and conditioner.
Where do shampoo and conditioner bottles go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Soap pump bottles Also: dispenser, hand sanitiser bottle, hand soap bottle, liquid soap bottle, soap pump pack
Soap pump bottlesdispenser, hand sanitiser bottle, hand soap bottle, liquid soap bottle, soap pump packLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining soap.
Where do soap pump bottles go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Soft drink bottles Also: drink bottle, plastic bottle, water bottle
Soft drink bottlesdrink bottle, plastic bottle, water bottleLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining soft drink.
Where do soft drinks bottles go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Straws (plastic) Also: drinking straws
Straws (plastic)drinking strawsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut plastic straws in your rubbish bin.
Update: If you or someone in your household has coronavirus (COVID-19), put the item in a sealed plastic or paper bag and place in your rubbish bin. If other recyclable items have mixed with affected item, they should also be placed in the rubbish bin.
Why can’t plastic straws go in my recycling bin?
Unlike a lot of hard plastics which can go into your recycling bin at home, plastic straws cannot be recycled. Yes, straws are a hard plastic even though they can bend.
As they travel down the conveyor belt at a recycling facility, small items like straws fall through the cracks of the machinery. They end up either in landfill for years or pollute our oceans and waterways, harming marine life.
What can I use instead of a plastic straw?
There are also many alternatives to using a plastic straw such as metal, bamboo and glass straws.
For some people, straws are a necessity. But if you don't need one, simply say "no straw, please" when you order a drink.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Takeaway plastic cups Also: slushie cups, slurpee cups
Takeaway plastic cupsslushie cups, slurpee cupsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining liquid
- remove and put straw in the rubbish bin. Learn more about Wildlife-friendly alternatives to plastic straws.
Where do takeaway plastic cups go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Toothbrushes
ToothbrushesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Check the Terracycle oral care recycling program or the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Update: If you or someone in your household has coronavirus (COVID-19), put the item in a sealed plastic or paper bag and place in your rubbish bin. If other recyclable items have mixed with affected item, they should also be placed in the rubbish bin.
Where do toothbrushes go?
Toothbrushes are separated by material, shredded and melted into hard plastic that can be made into new recycled products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Toothpaste tubes
Toothpaste tubesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Check the Terracycle oral care recycling program or the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
Use up any remaining toothpaste.
Where do the toothpaste tubes go?
Toothpaste tubes are separated by material, shredded and melted into hard plastic that can be made into new recycled products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Vitamin bottles (plastic) Also: Pill bottles, plastic bottles, inhalers
Vitamin bottles (plastic)Pill bottles, plastic bottles, inhalersLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1 or 2 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining vitamins.
Where do vitamin bottles go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Yoghurt containers Also: yoghurt tub, yogurt container, yogurt tub
Yoghurt containersyoghurt tub, yogurt container, yogurt tubLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils only accept hard plastics which are coded with a 1, 2 or 5 in the recycling symbol. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining yoghurt
- remove the foil lid. Find out how to dispose of the aluminium foil lid.
Where do yoghurt containers go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as steel and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
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Foam boxes Also: foam trays
Foam boxesfoam traysLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
To see if there are any local foam or polystyrene recycling programs, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area. If there are none, it goes in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Meat trays (foam)
Meat trays (foam)Last updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut these in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Polystyrene Also: Styrofoam
PolystyreneStyrofoamLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
To see if there are any local polystyrene recycling programs, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area. If there are none, it goes in your rubbish bin.
Why is polystyrene a problem for our recycling system?
When polystyrene is incorrectly put in a recycling bin at home and goes in a recycling truck, it easily breaks up into small pieces. Small pieces of polystyrene cannot be sorted at a recycling facility and contaminate the other recyclables.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
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Bedding Also: linen, manchester, pillow cases, quilt covers, sheets, textiles, dooners, duvets, eiderdown
Beddinglinen, manchester, pillow cases, quilt covers, sheets, textiles, dooners, duvets, eiderdownLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take bedding to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
For worn, damaged, and unsaleable quilt covers, sheets or towels retailer Sheridan has a collection program for clothing or textiles.
Make it recycle ready
Make sure bedding is:
- clean and not stained
- not torn or frayed.
Where does your second-hand bedding go?
They will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cleaning cloths Also: rags, towels
Cleaning clothsrags, towelsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoCleaning clothes go in your rubbish bin.
Update: If you or someone in your household has coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure the used cleaning cloths are inside a plastic or paper bag that is securely closed before being placed in your kerbside rubbish bin. If other recyclable items such as paper and cardboard have mixed with the cleaning cloths, they should also be placed in the rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Clothing Also: bags, clothes, fabric, jeans, jumpers, pants, socks, t-shirts, textiles, trousers, underwear
Clothingbags, clothes, fabric, jeans, jumpers, pants, socks, t-shirts, textiles, trousers, underwearLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle them…
You can take resaleable clothing to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
For worn, damaged, and unsaleable clothing, retailers H&M, Zara and Manrags each have garment collection programs for clothing or textiles.
Make them recycle ready
To ensure clothing is resaleable, make sure they are:
- clean and not stained
- not covered in animal fur
- not torn or frayed.
Where do your recycled clothes go?
The resaleable clothing that you donate to charities and second-hand retailers will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases, the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Non-resaleable clothing you provide to retailers such as H&M, Zara and Manrags, will be donated or recycled and transformed into new fabrics or materials, such as insulation for cars.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Curtains Also: blinds, drapes
Curtainsblinds, drapesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take curtains to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
Make it recycle ready
Make sure curtains are:
- clean and not faded
- not covered in animal fur.
Where do your second-hand curtains go?
They will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Face coverings (cloth) Also: face mask, material mask, reusable mask
Face coverings (cloth)face mask, material mask, reusable maskLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoCloth face coverings that are worn out go in your rubbish bin.
Update: If you or someone in your household has coronavirus (COVID-19), put the face covering in a sealed plastic or paper bag and place in your rubbish bin. If other recyclable items such as paper and cardboard have mixed with the face covering, they should also be placed in the rubbish bin.
Wearing face masks and coverings
For more information, visit the Face masks and coverings page on the DHHS website.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)
For more information on managing your waste during coronavirus (COVID-19), visit the EPA website.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Face coverings (disposable) Also: face masks, medical masks, single-use masks, surgical masks
Face coverings (disposable)face masks, medical masks, single-use masks, surgical masksLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoDisposable face coverings go in your rubbish bin. Cut the ear loops with scissors before putting in the rubbish bin to prevent entangling wildlife.
Update: If you or someone in your household has coronavirus (COVID-19), put the face covering in a sealed plastic or paper bag and place it in your rubbish bin. If other recyclable items such as paper and cardboard have mixed with the face covering, they should also be placed in the rubbish bin.
Wearing face masks and coverings
For more information, including reusable options, visit the Face masks and coverings page on the DHHS website.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Pillows Also: cushions
PillowscushionsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPillows go in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Shoes Also: boots, footwear, loafers, runners, sandals, slippers, sneakers, trainers
Shoesboots, footwear, loafers, runners, sandals, slippers, sneakers, trainersLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take shoes to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
Make it recycle ready
Make sure shoes are:
- in a good condition without any holes.
- clean and not stained.
Where do your second-hand shoes go?
They will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
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Coffee grounds
Coffee groundsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Some councils collect food waste for composting so coffee grounds can be recycled by putting them in the correct bin. To see if this happens in your area, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Or you can put them in a home compost, bokashi bin or worm farm. Some councils also offer discounted home compost bins and worm farms. Find out more about how to compost food waste.
What happens to coffee grounds that go in a food and garden bin?
After your food and garden bin has been collected it's taken to a processor where it gets sorted to remove any items that can’t be composted, like plastics. Food and garden waste is composted and used in agriculture, parks, schools and kindergartens to keep gardens healthy and looking great.
Learn more about the benefits of recycling your food waste by visiting the Back to Earth initiative.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Food scraps Also: bones, food, food waste, fruit scraps, kitchen scraps, meat scraps, organics, peel, vegetable scraps
Food scrapsbones, food, food waste, fruit scraps, kitchen scraps, meat scraps, organics, peel, vegetable scrapsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Some councils collect food waste for composting so food scraps can be recycled by putting them in the correct bin. To see if this happens in your area check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Or you can put them in a home compost, bokashi bin or worm farm. Some councils also offer discounted home compost bins and worm farms. Find out more about how to compost food waste.
What happens to food scraps that go in a food and garden bin?
After your food and garden bin has been collected it's taken to a processor where it gets sorted to remove any items that can’t be composted, like plastics. Food and garden waste is composted and used in agriculture, parks, schools and kindergartens to keep gardens healthy and looking great.
Learn more about the benefits of recycling your food waste by visiting the Back to Earth initiative.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Medicines Also: capsules, Nurofen, Panadol, pills, tablets
Medicinescapsules, Nurofen, Panadol, pills, tabletsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Dispose of medicines for free at your local pharmacy through the Returned Unwanted Medicines Project.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Tea bags Also: coffee bags
Tea bagscoffee bagsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Tea leaves can be composted but often the tea bag contains plastic or staples that can’t be composted. Check online to see if your tea brand uses compostable bags.
Some councils collect food waste for composting so tea leaves can be recycled by putting them in the correct bin. To see if this happens in your area check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Or you can put them in a home compost, bokashi bin or worm farm. Some councils also offer discounted home compost bins and worm farms. Find out more about how to compost food waste.
Make it recycle ready
- Remove any plastic labels or metal staples.
- Check if your tea brand uses compostable bags.
- If the bag isn’t compostable, open the bag to empty the leaves into the compost and then dispose of the bag in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
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Christmas trees (real) Also: xmas tree
Christmas trees (real)xmas treeLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Councils often have separate collections for real Christmas trees. For local services check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Where do Christmas trees go next?
After your Christmas tree has been collected, it’s turned into mulch or compost and used in agriculture, parks, schools and kindergartens to keep gardens healthy and looking great.
Learn more about the benefits of recycling your green waste by visiting the Back to Earth initiative.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Garden waste Also: branches, flowers, grass, leaves, prunings, weeds, grass clippings
Garden wastebranches, flowers, grass, leaves, prunings, weeds, grass clippingsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
If you have a garden waste bin, place your grass clippings, small branches, leaves and other garden waste in that bin.
Where does garden waste go next?
After your garden waste has been collected, it's taken to a processor where it gets sorted and items which don’t belong in your garden waste bin are removed. Garden waste is turned into mulch or compost used in agriculture, parks, schools and kindergartens to keep gardens healthy and looking great.
Learn more about the benefits of recycling your green waste by visiting the Back to Earth initiative.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
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Beer bottles Also: long neck, stubby
Beer bottleslong neck, stubbyLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless…
Some councils may have other ways to collect glass bottles to prevent broken glass contaminating other recyclables. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining beer
- don't include any broken glass. Find out how to dispose of broken glass.
Where do beer bottles go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as plastic and cardboard.
- taken to a glass treatment facility and washed, sorted by colour, then crushed and melted.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Broken glass
Broken glassLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBroken glass goes in your rubbish bin inside a box or wrapped in newspaper.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Glass bottles Also: beer bottles, cough medicine bottles, medicine bottles, sauce bottles, wine bottles, spirit bottles, glass juice bottles, glass soft drink bottles
Glass bottlesbeer bottles, cough medicine bottles, medicine bottles, sauce bottles, wine bottles, spirit bottles, glass juice bottles, glass soft drink bottlesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils may also have other ways to collect glass bottles to prevent broken glass contaminating other recyclables. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining liquid or food.
- don’t include any broken glass. Find out how to dispose of broken glass.
Where do glass bottles go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as plastic and cardboard.
- taken to a glass treatment facility and washed, sorted by colour, then crushed and melted.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Glassware Also: drinking glass, wine glass
Glasswaredrinking glass, wine glassLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take unbroken glassware to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
Make it recycle ready
Make sure glassware is:
- in good condition.
- not cracked or broken. Find out how to dispose of broken glass.
Where does your second-hand glassware go?
It will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Jars Also: jam jars, vegemite jars
Jarsjam jars, vegemite jarsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless...
Some councils may also have other ways to collect glass bottles to prevent broken glass contaminating other recyclables. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
- empty any remaining food and rinse with water.
- remove lid. To find out if you can put the lid in your recycling bin, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
- don't include any broken glass. Find out how to dispose of broken glass.
Where do jars go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as plastic and cardboard.
- taken to a glass treatment facility and washed, sorted by colour, then crushed and melted.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Mirrors
MirrorsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take mirrors to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
Make it recycle ready
Make sure mirrors are:
- in good condition.
- not cracked or broken.
Where do your second-hand mirrors go?
They will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Pyrex Also: casserole dish, cookware, heat-proof glass, kitchenware
Pyrexcasserole dish, cookware, heat-proof glass, kitchenwareLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take unbroken Pyrex to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
Make it recycle ready
Make sure the Pyrex is:
- clean
- not cracked or broken.
Where does your second-hand Pyrex go?
It will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
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Aluminium can Also: Beer cans, drink cans, soft drink cans
Aluminium canBeer cans, drink cans, soft drink cansLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesMake it recycle ready
- empty any remaining liquid.
Where do aluminium cans go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as plastic and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Aluminium foil Also: Alfoil, metal foil, silver foil, silver paper, tin foil
Aluminium foilAlfoil, metal foil, silver foil, silver paper, tin foilLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesMake it recycle ready
- make sure the aluminium foil is dry
- remove food scraps. Tear off any dirty or oily sections that can't be cleaned easily, and put them in your rubbish bin.
- loosely scrunch the clean and dry foil into a ball, at least the size of a golf ball. Recycling sorting machines can't process very small pieces of foil.
Where does aluminium foil go next?
It will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as plastic and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Aluminium trays Also: Silver trays
Aluminium traysSilver traysLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesMake it recycle ready
- empty any remaining food or liquid.
Where do aluminium trays go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as plastic and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Bottle tops (metal) Also: bottle caps
Bottle tops (metal)bottle capsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesUnless…
Some councils don't allow metal bottle tops or lids in your recycling bin. Check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Coat hangers (wire)
Coat hangers (wire)Last updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
To see if there are any local wire coat hanger recycling programs, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area. If there are none, it goes in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Cutlery (metal) Also: chopsticks, fork, knife, knives, knife and fork, spoons, tablespoons, teaspoons
Cutlery (metal)chopsticks, fork, knife, knives, knife and fork, spoons, tablespoons, teaspoonsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take metal cutlery to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
Make it recycle ready
- make sure metal cutlery is clean and in good condition.
Where does your second-hand metal cutlery go?
They will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Food cans Also: canned vegetables, pet food cans, soup tins, spaghetti tins, tin cans
Food canscanned vegetables, pet food cans, soup tins, spaghetti tins, tin cansLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesMake it recycle ready
- empty any remaining food.
Where do food cans go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as plastic and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Gas bottles Also: gas canisters
Gas bottlesgas canistersLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
To find out where you can dispose of gas bottles, please check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Paint tins (metal, empty) Also: metal paint cans, paint cans
Paint tins (metal, empty)metal paint cans, paint cansLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesMake it recycle ready
- Remove any remaining paint.
- Household paint can be disposed of for free at a permanent drop-off site or contact your local council.
Where do paint tins go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as plastic and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Pots and pans Also: cookware, frying pans, frypans, saucepans, skillets
Pots and panscookware, frying pans, frypans, saucepans, skilletsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
You can take pots and pans to your nearest second-hand store, charity bin or drop-off location.
Also, some councils accept steel pots and pans to go in the recycling bin. To find out, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Make it recycle ready
Make sure pots and pans are:
- in good condition
- clean and not heavily scratched.
Where do your second-hand pots and pans go?
They will be re-sold at stores and op-shops. In many cases the profits will go to charity. Check with the store if you are unsure.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Scrap metal
Scrap metalLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
To find a facility that will accept scrap metal such as a local recycling centre, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Staples
StaplesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut staples in your rubbish bin.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Steel cans Also: tin cans, tuna cans
Steel canstin cans, tuna cansLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
YesMake it recycle ready
- make sure the steel cans are empty.
Where do steel cans go next?
They will be:
- collected by your local council’s kerbside recycling truck.
- taken to a recycling sorting facility.
- separated from other recyclables, such as plastic and cardboard.
- taken to a re-processing centre and broken down.
- taken to a manufacturer to be made into new products.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
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Batteries Also: button batteries, lithium batteries, power packs, power tool battery pack, phone batteries, camera batteries, toy batteries, laptop batteries
Batteriesbutton batteries, lithium batteries, power packs, power tool battery pack, phone batteries, camera batteries, toy batteries, laptop batteriesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Batteries of any type (including lithium) should never be placed in any household bin as they can be hazardous and cause fires if they get broken, punctured or overheat.
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Where do the batteries go next?
Batteries and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Car batteries Also: car battery
Car batteriescar batteryLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Where do car batteries go?
Car batteries and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
CD players Also: compact disc player
CD playerscompact disc playerLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Make it recycle ready
Remove any CDs from the player.
Where do CD players go?
CD players and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Computers Also: computer parts, monitors, screens
Computerscomputer parts, monitors, screensLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Make it recycle ready
- wipe your personal data like personal details, emails, photos and downloads. Find out more about removing data from your old computer.
Where do computers go?
Computers and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
DVD players
DVD playersLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Make it recycle ready
- remove any DVDs from the player.
Where do DVD players go?
DVD players and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Electric toothbrushes
Electric toothbrushesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point. E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Electric toothbrush heads can be recycled by the Terracycle oral care recycling program or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
Where do electric toothbrushes go?
Electric toothbrushes and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Electrical appliances Also: electronics, ewaste, e-waste, headphones, ear buds, toasters, kettles, blender, mixer, microwave
Electrical applianceselectronics, ewaste, e-waste, headphones, ear buds, toasters, kettles, blender, mixer, microwaveLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Make it recycle ready
- remove any household batteries. Batteries of any type (including lithium) should never be placed in any household bin as they can be hazardous and cause fires if they get broken, punctured or overheat.
Where do electrical appliances go?
Electrical appliances and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Floppy disks Also: hard disks
Floppy diskshard disksLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Where do floppy disks go?
Floppy disks and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Fluorescent light tubes Also: fluoro lights
Fluorescent light tubesfluoro lightsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Where do fluorescent light tubes go?
Fluorescent light tubes and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Fridges Also: refrigerator, whitegoods
Fridgesrefrigerator, whitegoodsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Make it recycle ready
Remove any remaining food.
Where do fridges go?
Fridges and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Light bulbs Also: light globes, light tubes
Light bulbslight globes, light tubesLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Where do light bulbs go?
Light bulbs and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Mobile phones Also: cellphone, Galaxy, iPhone, i-phone, Samsung
Mobile phonescellphone, Galaxy, iPhone, i-phone, SamsungLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Make it recycle ready
Wipe your personal data like personal details, emails, photos and downloads. Find out more about removing data from your old mobile phone.
Where do mobile phones go?
Mobile phones and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Printer cartridges (ink or toner) Also: ink cartridge, printer cartridge
Printer cartridges (ink or toner)ink cartridge, printer cartridgeLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Where do cartridges go?
Cartridges and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Smoke alarms (domestic) Also: smoke detectors
Smoke alarms (domestic)smoke detectorsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoPut smoke alarms (domestic) in your rubbish bin after you have removed the batteries. You can recycle batteries at your nearest e-waste drop-off point.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Televisions Also: TVs
TelevisionsTVsLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Where do televisions go?
Televisions and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
For more information and updates, visit the Victorian Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) website.
Whitegoods Also: washing machines, dryers, air-conditioners, ovens, stoves, dish-washer, fridge, refrigerator
Whitegoodswashing machines, dryers, air-conditioners, ovens, stoves, dish-washer, fridge, refrigeratorLast updated: 9 November 2020Can I put this in my recycling bin?
NoBut you can still recycle it…
Find your nearest e-waste drop-off point or check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.
E-waste has been banned from landfill since 2019.
Where do whitegoods go?
Whitegoods and other e-waste contain a range of precious materials which can be used to make new products. Find out how e-waste is processed and reused.
Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Council waste and recycling facilities, including collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations, are now open across all of Victoria.
Visitors must follow all directions and instructions for maintaining a COVIDSafe environment.
For more information on the location of your nearest facility, check the