Confused about which bin to use?
Use the Recycle Mate tool below to find out which bin to use.
If an item can’t go in any bin, like batteries or e-waste, Recycle Mate will show you safe disposal or drop-off options nearby. It helps you recycle a wide range of items, so they don’t end up in landfill.
How to search for an item:
- Search bar: Type the name of the item into the search bar below. Recycle Mate will show you which bin to use.
- Drop off locations: If it can't go in any bin, Recycle Mate will suggest nearby drop-off points for recycling or safe disposal. Just click the buttons on the map to see details.
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Find a guide to recycling and rubbish in different languages
For further information about your waste collection service and to see what you can and can not put in your bins please view the waste brochure.
A Guide to your Waste Collection Service 5MB - English
A Guide to your Waste Collection Service 5MB - Chinese Simplified 简体中文
A Guide to your Waste Collection Service 5MB - Dari دری
A Guide to your Waste Collection Service 5MB - Greek Ελληνικά
A Guide to your Waste Collection Service 5MB - Hazaragi
A Guide to your Waste Collection Service 5MB - Italian Italiono
A Guide to your Waste Collection Service 5MB - Khmer ខ្មែរ
A Guide to your Waste Collection Service 5MB - Vietnamese Tiếng Việt
Find a guide to recycling and rubbish in different languages.
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