Disposing of your household waste and recycling properly will:
- reduce your environmental impact
- keep valuable materials out of landfill
- recover materials to support the economy
- protect natural resources.
Waste and recycling
Detox your Home
Rid your home of dangerous and toxic waste responsibly, with the free Detox your Home program.
Furniture and household items
Furniture, fixtures and fittings, crockery, books and bric-a-brac are made from a range of materials and many of these things can be recycled.
Household waste
Many household items can be reused or recycled, helping to reduce landfill and greenhouse gas emissions while conserving natural resources.
Council waste and recycling
Household paint, batteries and fluorescent lights can be dropped off for free. Check with your local council for details.
Recycling Near You
Planet Ark's Recycling Near You site offers information about the recycling and waste services offered by your council as well as local drop-off options for items including computers, batteries, printer cartridges and mobile phones.
Build better bag habits
Comedian Sam Simmons is on a mission to help Victorians remember to take their reusable bags.