Two Chemical Cleanout events are scheduled to take place next month at Kincumber and Charmhaven.
The event scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, August 6 and 7, has been relocated to Kincumber Landfill in Cullens Rd.
While the facility remains temporarily closed, it will open its gates for the Chemical CleanOut event only.
Central Coast Council is encouraging residents to clear out unwanted and out-of-date hazardous items from homes, garages, and sheds to take advantage of the opportunity to correctly dispose of these items.
Community members can safely drop off their chemicals for free between 9am to 3.30pm daily to Kincumber Landfill on August 6 an7 and Council’s Charmhaven Depot, on Chelmsford Rd, on Saturday and Sunday, August 13 and 14.
Items that can be dropped off include pesticides, gas bottles, fire extinguishers, fluorescent globes and tubes as well as any unknown or unidentified chemicals which are accepted for identification and correct disposal.
Council reminds residents to transport material safely, keep chemicals in the original container and remain in their vehicles when dropping off hazardous waste.
For the full list of chemicals that can be dropped off call 131 555 or visit the NSW Environment Protection Authority website.
The Household Chemical CleanOut program is a NSW Environment Protection Authority Waste Less, Recycle More initiative funded by the waste levy.
Source:
Media release, Jul 22
Central Coast Council