Waste disposal guide | Maitland City Council

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You can receive free regular collection and recycling of some problem waste items as part of the RecycleSmart program. All Maitland residents can dispose of two (2) bags of basic items on a regular basis.

Eligible items

Basic items that can be collected include:

Textiles
E-waste
Small household items.

You can also arrange for larger items such as cardboard boxes and electronics to be collected for a small fee.

Find out all the items included in the program via the RecycleSmart website.

A-Z waste and recycling guide

See below for our A to Z guide on how to best dispose and recycle of your waste and household items.

Note: When disposing of your items, please consider if they are in reusable condition. To encourage a sustainable future, we recommend reselling or donating your quality items where possible.

A

Empty aerosol cans and bottles can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Empty containers of agricultural and vet products can be disposed of on DrumMuster drop off dates. Containers must carry the DrumMuster logo.
Air conditioners can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Aluminium cans, foil and trays can all be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Animal poo, such as dog poo and kitty litter, can be disposed of in your red general waste bin after being wrapped in a plastic or paper bag first.
Dead animals, including deceased domestic pets, can be disposed of at the waste facility for a fee, however, bookings are required.
Non-refrigerated appliances such as kettles, toasters, dishwashers and washing machines can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility

Refrigerated appliances such as fridges, freezers and air conditioners can only be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
A licenced asbestos professional is required to remove more than 10 square metres (100kg) of asbestos

All asbestos deliveries to the waste facility must be booked 24 hours in advance by calling 4934 1888. Asbestos loads are only accepted on Wednesdays and Fridays

Asbestos loads exceeding 10 square metres (100kg), must be registered with NSW EPA.

Follow the Asbestos Guidelines for help with removal and disposal.
Ashes can be disposed of in your red general waste bin once they are cold and contained.

B

Baby wipes can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.
Acid lead batteries such as household and car batteries, can be disposed of using by using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, Chemical CleanOut dates or for no charge at the waste facility

Rechargeable batteries should not be placed in any of your kerbside bins. These should be disposed of at the waste facility or on Chemical CleanOut dates.
BBQs can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.
Empty beauty product jars and bottles can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin or at a Terracycle drop off point, available at Priceline stores.
Bicycles can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.
Blenders can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Books can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.

If in reusable condition, please consider donating to your local charity or to a community book exchange.
Glass and plastic bottles and bottle tops can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Ceramic bowls can be disposed of in your red general waste bin

Plastic bowls can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Small tree branches can be disposed of in your green garden organics bin

Branches less than 100mm thick can be disposed of using the kerbside collection and waste voucher options of the Bulky Waste Service

Branches over 100mm thick can be disposed of using the waste voucher options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Bricks can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Bubble wrap can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.
Building, demolition and construction waste can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.

C

Aluminium cans be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Cardboard can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.

Large amounts of cardboard can be disposed of for free if less than 60kgs, or for a fee if over 60kgs at the waste facility.
Carpet can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Car parts can be disposed of for a fee at the waste facility.
CDs can be disposed of in your red general waste bin

CD cases can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Cellophane can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.
Chairs can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Chemicals and chemical containers can be disposed of at Chemical CleanOut dates

Chemical drums can be disposed of at DrumMuster events.
Clothing in poor condition can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.

Clothing in reusable condition can be donated to a local charity, instore or via a donation bin or to your closest H&M store.
Takeaway coffee cups and coffee grounds can be disposed of in your red general waste bin

Coffee pods can be recycled at various locations in Maitland. Alternatively, they can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.
Computers and laptops can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.

Computers and laptops can also be recycled at a local eCycle drop off point.
Construction, demolition and building waste can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Cooking oil can be disposed of for a fee at the waste facility.
Old crockery can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.

D

Dead animals, including deceased domestic pets, can be disposed of at the waste facility for a fee, however, bookings are required.
Dog poo can be disposed of in your red general waste bin after being wrapped in a plastic or paper bag first.
DVD players can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.
DVDs can be disposed of in your red general waste bin

DVD cases can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.

E

Electronic waste such as TVs, computers, laptops and phones can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for free if under 60kgs, or for a fee if over 60kgs at the waste facility.
All envelopes can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.

F

Face masks can be disposed of in your red general waste bin. They are not recyclable.
Fans can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Fire extinguishers can be disposed of for no charge at the waste facility.
Firewood ash can be disposed of in your red general waste bin once they are cold and contained.
Fluoro globes and tubes can be disposed of for no charge at the waste facility.
Foil can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin after food scraps are removed.
Fridges and freezers can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Furniture can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility

Metal furniture can also be disposed of for no charge at the waste facility.

G

Small garden waste such as grass clippings, pruning, twigs and leaves can be disposed of in your green garden organics bin.

Branches less than 100mm thick can be disposed of using the kerbside collection and waste voucher options of the Bulky Waste Service

Branches over 100mm thick can be disposed of using the waste voucher options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Gas bottles and cylinders can be disposed of for no charge at the waste facility

Gas bottles and fire extinguishers can also be disposed of on Chemical CleanOut dates

Gas bottles and cylinders can also be exchanged at your local service station.
Glass bottles, jars and cups can be disposed of in your red general waste bin

Small windows and mirrors can be disposed of in your red general waste bin

Large glass items can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Gravel can be disposed of for a fee at the waste facility.

H

Hair dryers can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Electric heaters can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility (if under 60kgs)

Oil heaters can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility once the oil has been drained out.
Hot water units can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.

K

Kettles can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Kitty litter can be disposed of in your red general waste bin after being wrapped in a plastic or paper bag first.

L

Laminated wood can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Computers and laptops can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.

Computers and laptops can also be recycled at a local eCycle drop off point.
Light globes and tubes can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.

Broken light globes can be disposed of in your red general waste bin after being wrapped in paper or secured in a plastic bag.
Linoleum can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.
Lounges can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility

Metal furniture can also be disposed of for no charge at the waste facility.

M

Empty cosmetic containers can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin or at a Terracycle drop off point, available at Priceline stores.
Mattresses can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Medical waste cannot be accepted at the waste facility and must be disposed of safely and responsibly via an independent, licenced contractor.
Medicines should not be disposed of in any of your kerbside bins. Instead, you can dispose of your unwanted or expired medicine at a local pharmacy.
Milk cartons can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Small mirrors can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.

Large mirrors can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge if under 60kgs, or for a fee if over 60kgs at the waste facility.
Mobile phones can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.

Mobile phones can also be recycled at a local Mobile Muster drop off point or at Officeworks.
Motor oil can be disposed of at the waste facility

Motor oil and fuel can also be disposed of on Chemical CleanOut dates (20kg or less).

N

Nappies can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.
Sharps, needles and syringes can be disposed of at bins at Maitland Hospital (24/7), Your Discount Chemist at East Maitland, and Rutherford Community Centre.

Sharps Safety Brochure
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O

Motor oil can be disposed of at the waste facility

Other oils such as cooking, hydraulic, and brake fluid can be disposed of at the waste facility

Motor oil and fuel can also be disposed of on Chemical CleanOut dates (20kg or less).

P

Paint can be disposed of at the waste facility or on Chemical CleanOut dates (20kg or less).

Empty paint tins can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Paper can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin

Shredded paper can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin once it has been placed inside a paper bag.
Photos can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.
Pizza boxes can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin after scraping free of food.
Plastic bottles can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin once they are empty.
Plastic plates can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin after scraping free of food

Plastic cutlery can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.
Plastic bags and packaging can be disposed of in your red general waste bin. They should not be placed in your yellow recycling bin.
Plastic takeaway containers can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Poisons can be disposed of on Chemical CleanOut dates (20kg or less).
Polystyrene can be disposed of for a fee at the waste facility.
Pool chemicals can also be disposed of on Chemical CleanOut dates (20kg or less).
Hand held power tools can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Printer cartridges and toners can be disposed of at any Officeworks store or at participating Cartridges4PlanetArk drop off location.

R

Rechargeable batteries should not be placed in any of your kerbside bins. These should be disposed of at the waste facility or on Chemical CleanOut dates.
Roof insulation can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility. Roof insulation must be bundled.
Roof tiles can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Rugs can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.

S

Sand can be disposed of for a fee at the waste facility.
Scrap metal can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.
Sharps, needles and syringes can be disposed of at bins at Maitland Hospital (24/7), Your Discount Chemist at East Maitland, and Rutherford Community Centre.

Sharps Safety Brochure
PDF 901.02 KB LAST UPDATED: 6 Oct 2022
Shredded paper can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin once it has been placed inside a paper bag.
Smoke detectors can be disposed of at the waste facility, or at Chemical CleanOut dates.
Soil can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Solvents can be disposed of at the waste facility, or on Chemical CleanOut dates.
Sporting goods can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service.

If in reusable condition, please consider donating to your local charity, in-store or via a charity donation bin.
Steel and tin cans can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin

Larger steel and tin items can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.
Stereos can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.

T

Tablets and iPads can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for free at the waste facility.

Tablets and iPads can also be recycled at a local eCycle drop off point.
Tables can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility

Metal tables can also be disposed of for no charge at the waste facility.
Plastic takeaway containers can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.
Tea bags can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.
TVs can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.
Tiles can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Timber can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Tin cans can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin

Larger tin items can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for no charge at the waste facility.
Tissues can be disposed of in your red general waste bin.
Toasters can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Tools predominantly made of metal can be disposed of for no charge at the waste facility

Hand held power tools and other tools can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Toys can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service.

If in reusable condition, please consider donating to your local charity or dropping at a Terracycle drop off point, available at Big W stores.
Small tree branches can be disposed of in your green garden organics bin

Branches less than 100mm thick can be disposed of using the kerbside collection and waste voucher options of the Bulky Waste Service

Branches over 100mm thick can be disposed of using the waste voucher options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility

Tree stumps can be disposed of for a fee at the waste facility.
Tupperware should not be placed in any of your kerbside bins and can be disposed of at the waste facility. Tupperware also offer a lifetime warranty so you can visit their website if you have broken or damaged containers.
Tyres and wheels can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service (not trucks or tractors), or for a fee at the waste facility.

V

Vacuums can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Vegetation such as grass clippings, pruning, twigs and leaves can be disposed of in your green garden organics bin

Branches less than 100mm thick can be disposed of using the kerbside collection and waste voucher options of the Bulky Waste Service

Branches over 100mm thick can be disposed of using the waste voucher options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility

Larger items of vegetation can be disposed of for a fee at the waste facility.
Empty containers of vet products can be disposed of on DrumMuster drop off dates. Containers must carry the DrumMuster logo.
VHSs can be disposed of in your red general waste bin

W

Weeds can be disposed of in your green garden organics bin, or for a fee at the waste facility for large amounts.
Non-refrigerated whitegoods appliances such as kettles, toasters, dishwashers and washing machines can be disposed of using the waste voucher or kerbside collection options of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility

Refrigerated whitegoods appliances such as fridges, freezers and air conditioners can only be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Small windows and mirrors can be disposed of in your red general waste bin

Large glass items can be disposed of using the waste voucher option of the Bulky Waste Service, or for a fee at the waste facility.
Wrapping paper can be disposed of in your yellow recycling bin.

X

X-rays can be disposed of for a fee at the waste facility.

Problem waste drop off events

Mattress Muster

From 1 July 2023, Mattress Muster events will be phased out and replaced with our new Bulky Waste Service where you can dispose of mattresses both by booking a kerbside collection or by taking them to the Waste Facility.

Chemical CleanOut

You can dispose of unwanted chemicals free of charge at Chemical CleanOut events, run in association with NSW EPA.

The collection accepts items such as:

Garden and pool chemicals
Household cleaners
Poisons
Paint
Motor oils and fuels
Gas bottles and fire extinguishers
Fluoro lights
Smoke detectors

Please note: A maximum limit of 20 litres or 20 kgs of a single item.

Upcoming events

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DrumMuster

You can dispose of unwanted empty agricultural and veterinary products and containers.

Containers that are eligible will carry the DrumMuster logo.

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