What goes in the General Waste bin

Collected fortnightly

What can go into the red-lidded general waste bin

General rubbish items
Nappies and hygiene products
Polystyrene and foam packaging

Unusable clothing and rags (if in good condition – donate to charity!)                                              

Face masks - all types

Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) kits

Gloves

Bubble wrap
Meat trays
Garden hose

What does NOT go into the general waste bin 

Food organics

Garden organics
Clean recycling
Medical wastes or needles
           

Hazardous waste, including petrol, gas cylinders, paints, motor oils, garden chemicals and poisons, pool chemicals, cleaners, acids, bleaches and ammonia, medicines and flammable liquids 

For further information on how to sort your waste please visit: How to Sort Your Waste

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