A-Z waste disposal guide

Acids and acid containers are classed as Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and must not be disposed of in kerbside bins or the bulk waste service. HHW poses a risk to staff and equipment during the collection and processing of kerbside bins and bulk waste. Unwanted material, up to 20L/kg, can be disposed of free of charge at your nearest HHW Drop off site.

Aerosol cans are classed as Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and must not be disposed of in kerbside bins or the bulk waste service. HHW poses a risk to staff and equipment during the collection and processing of kerbside bins and bulk waste. Unwanted material, up to 20L/kg, can be disposed of free of charge at your nearest HHW Drop off site.

Up to four white goods can be collected through the bulk waste service.

Call 9400 4000 or visit myJoondalup to arrange the collection of a maximum of four whitegoods per financial year. 

Important notes:

• Fees may apply.
• On demand bulk waste collection service does not include roof evaporative units.
   

Collect and return to Container for Change drop off points. Alternatively, aluminium cans should be empty and can be placed in your recycling bin.

Clean aluminium foil should be scrunched into balls of at least 5cm diameter and placed in your recycling bin.

If the foil has been contaminated it should be placed in the general waste bin.

Ammonia and ammonia containers are classed as Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and must not be disposed of in kerbside bins or the bulk waste service. HHW poses a risk to staff and equipment during the collection and processing of kerbside bins and bulk waste. Unwanted material, up to 20L/kg, can be disposed of free of charge at your nearest HHW Drop off site.

Animal droppings such as dog poo, kitty litter and manure should be placed into your general waste bin.

Asbestos is classed as a problematic waste and must not be disposed of in kerbside bins or the bulk waste service. Asbestos poses a risk to staff and equipment. Asbestos is subject to strict disposal requirements. Please refer to the information on the Tamala park website. Important note: free and paid (fees may apply).

Ash should be placed in your general waste bin once it is cold. Hot ash should never be placed in your kerbside bins.

Automotive fluids (coolant, brake fluid) are classed as Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and must not be disposed of in kerbside bins or the bulk waste service. HHW poses a risk to staff and equipment during the collection and processing of kerbside bins and bulk waste. Unwanted material, up to 20L/kg, can be disposed of free of charge at your nearest HHW Drop off site. Note: HHW from commercial sources cannot be disposed of at HHW Drop off sites.

Baking pans and pots should be placed in your general waste bin or bulk waste service. If they are in good condition, donate to a local charity shop or take to Tamala Park Recycling Centre or Recycling Centre Balcatta.

Balloons should be placed in your general waste bin.

Instead of using balloons for decoration, try a more environmentally sustainable option like paper flowers that can be composted.