The Parramatta community will soon benefit from a brand-new facility where they can drop off household waste items for free, thanks to an initiative from the City of Parramatta with support from the NSW Government.
The new recycling centre in North Parramatta is expected to open in the coming weeks, allowing the community to dispose of certain household problem waste items for free.
It’s one of over 100 recycling centres across the state, underpinned by the NSW Government’s $66 million program to support the collection of hazardous household waste materials within NSW.
Once the new facility is open, residents will be able to drop off up to 20 litres or 20 kilograms of:
- Paints
- Motor oils and other oils
- Household batteries
- Gas bottles
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Car batteries
- Fluoro globes and tubes
Most of the items accepted at Community Recycling Centres are reused or recycled, keeping waste out of landfill and contributing to a more circular economy.
The facility received a grant from the NSW Environmental Trust as part of a NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) initiative.
In the meantime, locals can use the Cumberland Mobile Community Recycling Service, other nearby recycling centres or come along to an upcoming Household Chemical CleanOut event.
To find out more about these options, go to: www.cleanout.com.au
Member for Parramatta Donna Davis MP said:
“As Sydney grows, managing our waste well is more and more important. We know that without action, Greater Sydney could run out of landfill by 2030."
“That’s why I’m delighted that Parramatta will soon have its own dedicated recycling centre, providing a free drop-off service for a range of wastes that we don’t want to see in landfills."
“This site was identified during my time as Lord Mayor so it is great to see the City of Parramatta continuing to work closely with the NSW EPA to get this project over the line by the end of summer.”
Lord Mayor Cr Martin Zaiter said:
“Having a community recycling centre in the area will make it easier for residents to divert waste from landfill, helping us build a more sustainable, healthier and more resilient city.
“Locals will soon be able to do their bit for the environment and recycle their unwanted items at no cost.
“I encourage everyone to take advantage of this fantastic service when it opens in the coming months.”
