If you have a blue bin, the items we accept will vary. Guidance for households with a blue bin.
The information on this page applies only to households who do not yet have a blue bin.
If you have a new blue bin, there is a separate list of accepted items in grey bins.
The grey recycling bin (or communal bin with grey lid) is collected fortnightly - find your collection day.
The items in your grey bin can only be recycled if they are clean, loose and dry. Do not put items in a plastic bag before you put them in the grey bin.
Rinse away any remnants of food from items you put in the grey bin.
Paper: yes please |
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Paper: not accepted |
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Card: yes please |
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Card: not accepted |
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Plastic: yes please |
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Plastic: not accepted |
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Glass: yes please |
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Glass: not accepted |
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Cans (rinsed): yes please |
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Cans: not accepted |
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Never put these in the grey bin:
- medical waste (see your healthcare provider about proper disposal of sharps)
Take these items to a recycling centre instead of putting them in the grey bin:
- metal (any non food and drink)
- electrical appliances such as kettles and hairdryers
- wood
- textiles
- batteries
If you have an item you need to get rid of and aren’t sure where it should go, try "What to do with"