The Household Chemical CleanOut is a free event which allows residents in the Georges River area to safely dispose of their unwanted chemical waste.
Only household quantities of chemical waste is accepted up to 20kg or 20L of each item, except paint and batteries. Up to 100L (in 20L containers) of paint is accepted. Up to 10kg of batteries is accepted. Business-related and commercial quantities of waste is not accepted see PlanetArk's Business Recycling webpage for commercial options.
This event is sponsored by the NSW EPA.For more information visit:
EPA's Household Chemical CleanOut or call the Environment Line on 131 555.
Residents are to remain in their vehicles at all times and follow staff instructions. No booking required. Items not accepted will be retuned to the vehicle.
When is the next Household Chemical CleanOut?
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Georges River Council's Household Chemical CleanOut scheduled for Sunday 16 March 2025 has been cancelled due to the recent fire at the St Mary’s Waste Service facility.
We encourage residents to store your items safely until services are back up and running. Council will provide an update once a new date is confirmed.
Alternative Options
Community Recycling Centres (CRCs) and Household Chemical CleanOut events outside of Georges River are re-opening with some limitations on items accepted.
For locations and further details, visit the NSW EPA webpage below:
Find CRCs or Household Chemical CleanOut Events
We thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Please note: No items will be accepted at the depot prior to these dates, placing items on public land without permission is Illegal Dumping and can attract significant fines.
Accepted and unaccepted types of waste
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Accepted Waste
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Acids, alkali, motor oils, fuels, coolants, brake fluids up to 20L.
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All batteries including car batteries up to 10kg.
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Vapes and vape cartridges (household quantities).
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Fire extinguishers, gas bottles, nitrous oxide canisters (small quantities only up to 20kg).
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General household chemicals including cleaning products up to 20L.
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Paints up to 100L in 20L containers.
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Pesticides, herbicides up to 20L.
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Pharmaceuticals and photographic chemicals up to 20L.
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Fluorescent tubes and light globes up to 20kg.
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Non-Accepted Waste
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E-waste.
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General household waste.
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Furniture/ household appliances. (See Bulky Waste Collection).
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Commercial waste.
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Asbestos.
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Garden organics or green waste.
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Business or commercial related waste.
For more information see
EPA's Household Chemical CleanOut webpage.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I've missed a Household Chemical Clean Out. Where can I go?
You can find regular updates on next events on Council's What's On page and social media.
To find Community Recycling Centres (CRCs) and Household Chemical Clean Out Events hosted outside of Georges River, you can visit EPA webpage below:
Find CRCs or Household Chemical CleanOut Events
All NSW residents accepted. Alternatively, view the A - Z Recycling Guide page for information on where to dispose other types of waste.
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How do I organise my items for the Household Chemical Clean Out?
To help make the day run smoothly, please:
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Bundle and neatly place your accepted items in the boot of your car or ute tray away from passengers.
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Do not mix chemicals. Keep in original containers with labels where possible. If unknown, label as “unknown”.
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Liquid can leak during transport: wrap containers holding liquids securely in newspaper, place in sturdy plastic bags and then in leak-proof plastic tubs or trays.
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Avoid placing accepted items you want to keep in your vehicle, leave them at home.
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If you are unsure, you can call the Environment Line on 131 555 in advance. Alternatively, items not accepted will be returned to the vehicle.
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Where do Household Chemical Clean Out items go?
The chemical and hazardous items are safely collected and transported by Cleanaway for further processing and distribution to a network of specialised facilities.
This includes recovering useful resources and removal of harmful substances that could end up in landfill and cause harm to people and the environment.
Some examples include:
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Paint solvents are extracted and used in industrial or energy applications.
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Motor and cooking oils can be refined and reused as industrial fuel, incorporated into other products.
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Batteries can be reconditioned or materials recycled into new products or batteries.
Please note: No items will be accepted at the depot prior to these dates, placing items on public land without permission is Illegal Dumping and can attract significant fines.
Accepted and unaccepted types of waste
-
Accepted Waste
-
Acids, alkali, motor oils, fuels, coolants, brake fluids up to 20L.
-
All batteries including car batteries up to 10kg.
-
Vapes and vape cartridges (household quantities).
-
Fire extinguishers, gas bottles, nitrous oxide canisters (small quantities only up to 20kg).
-
General household chemicals including cleaning products up to 20L.
-
Paints up to 100L in 20L containers.
-
Pesticides, herbicides up to 20L.
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Pharmaceuticals and photographic chemicals up to 20L.
-
Fluorescent tubes and light globes up to 20kg.
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Non-Accepted Waste
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E-waste.
-
General household waste.
-
Furniture/ household appliances. (See Bulky Waste Collection).
-
Commercial waste.
-
Asbestos.
-
Garden organics or green waste.
-
Business or commercial related waste.
For more information see
EPA's Household Chemical CleanOut webpage.
Frequently Asked Questions
-
I've missed a Household Chemical Clean Out. Where can I go?
You can find regular updates on next events on Council's What's On page and social media.
To find Community Recycling Centres (CRCs) and Household Chemical Clean Out Events hosted outside of Georges River, you can visit EPA webpage below:
Find CRCs or Household Chemical CleanOut Events
All NSW residents accepted. Alternatively, view the A - Z Recycling Guide page for information on where to dispose other types of waste.
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How do I organise my items for the Household Chemical Clean Out?
To help make the day run smoothly, please:
-
Bundle and neatly place your accepted items in the boot of your car or ute tray away from passengers.
-
Do not mix chemicals. Keep in original containers with labels where possible. If unknown, label as “unknown”.
-
Liquid can leak during transport: wrap containers holding liquids securely in newspaper, place in sturdy plastic bags and then in leak-proof plastic tubs or trays.
-
Avoid placing accepted items you want to keep in your vehicle, leave them at home.
-
If you are unsure, you can call the Environment Line on 131 555 in advance. Alternatively, items not accepted will be returned to the vehicle.
-
Where do Household Chemical Clean Out items go?
The chemical and hazardous items are safely collected and transported by Cleanaway for further processing and distribution to a network of specialised facilities.
This includes recovering useful resources and removal of harmful substances that could end up in landfill and cause harm to people and the environment.
Some examples include:
-
Paint solvents are extracted and used in industrial or energy applications.
-
Motor and cooking oils can be refined and reused as industrial fuel, incorporated into other products.
-
Batteries can be reconditioned or materials recycled into new products or batteries.
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