Need to Know
- Kerbside recycling goes in your yellow bin
- You can get money back on containers through the Contain er Deposit Scheme
- Hazardous materials should be taken to your local waste recovery centre
Alexandrina Council manages a fortnight collection of general waste, recycling and green organics. Here’s what can go in the yellow recycling bin:
Not all recyclables can be collected through your council's recycling system. If you’re not sure about what can be recycled, check out the Which Bin SA website, that has detailed of exactly what can be picked up in your area and, if you have to take it to a depot, where to go.
Container Deposit Scheme: South Australia has a container deposit scheme that allows residents to get a refund when returning empty drinking containers. The following types of drinks and containers can receive a refund.
Hazardous Items: Hazardous or large items that can't go through the general waste stream may need to go to recovery centres. Hazardous waste products include:
- garden chemicals – e.g. pesticides, weedkillers and fertilisers
- insect repellents and rat poison
- cleaners – e.g. oven cleaner, toilet cleaner, bleach, ammonia and furniture polish
- automotive products – e.g. fuel, lubricants and degreasers
- home improvement products – e.g. paints, thinners and adhesives, batteries and pool chlorine.
Recovery Centres: You can take containers for the Container Deposit Scheme and hazardous materials to your local waste recover centre:
- GOOLWA – 1226 Port Elliot Road, Goolwa 5214. Phone 08 8555 7405.
- STRATHALBYN – Forrest Road, Strathalbyn 5255. Phone 08 8536 4743.
Some private companies also offer recycling service for hazardous items:
- Officeworks for e-waste and batteries
- Terra cycle for specific hard-to-recycle waste streams
- Upparel for clothing, linens and shoes (paid service)