In 2006, Australia established a standard colour code for mobile waste management and recycling bins. These bins are crucial for effective waste management as they allow the segregation of recyclable waste, lower environmental impact, and mean potential cost reductions.
Sydney councils provide many bin types to assist with waste disposal. These coloured bins are used for different waste streams. The coloured waste bins help ensure your trash gets into the right bin, reducing contamination and leading to efficient recycling.
Aus Rubbish Removals handles jobs not covered by a normal bin size. We offer fast, cost-effective, and efficient waste disposal around Sydney in addition to same-day rubbish removal, making it easy and stress-free for customers.
1. General Waste Bin (Red-lid Bin)
The red-lid bin is for household garbage that cannot be recycled or composted. This category includes non-recyclable plastics, broken glass, disposable diapers and contaminated paper, except chemicals, bulky, and electronic items. General waste is collected every week, depending on your local council and transported away to be landfilled.
You can reduce general waste by minimising consumption, reusing items and recycling materials. These strategies can be used at home, in schools, at work, and in the community.
2. Recycling Bin (Yellow-lid Bin)
The yellow bin is for commingled recycling (paper, cardboard, glass bottles, plastic containers and metal cans). Most materials should be rinsed before recycling to prevent contamination. Some councils allow plastic bags, milk cartons and aluminium foil to go in the yellow bin.
Apart from conserving natural resources and reducing pollution, recycling also has economic benefits, such as lowering disposal costs and generating revenue. Additionally, recycling can create cost-efficient resource use and enhance a company’s public image and reputation, appealing to green customers.
3. Green Waste Bin
Green waste bins are designed for gardens and food waste but have varying rules about what can or cannot go in them, depending on the area. Usually, with green lids, these bins collect organic matter to be composted, especially during spring and summer. Homes and businesses can do composting to reduce green waste bin usage and save money.
These include grass cuttings, leaves and small branches. Many councils will also accept food scraps in these bins, which are made into compost. This is usually part of a system called Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO), which is designed to decrease food rubbish ending this way.
Other Specialised Bins and Services
Specialised waste bins in Australia help with recycling and keeping waste safe. Different sizes and designs of commercial rubbish bins are available for waste disposal in various industries.
Bulky Item Pickup
You can remove furniture and big appliances with council curbside collection services, which usually need to be booked. These collections are meant for items too big for regular bins, though confirming requirements and booking with your local council is best.
Hazardous Waste Collection
Hazardous waste collection is organised in special centres and programs to ensure proper disposal and prevent microorganisms threatening human health and the environment. These include batteries, paints, chemicals and other toxic waste. Often free to households, these services are essential for disposing of things that cannot be discarded in a normal waste collection.
Commercial/Industrial Bins
Commercial or industrial bins are really different from domestic bins. Bin size, for instance, is really larger, and the storage capability has increased. These bins are made more robust and durable due to their frequency of utilisation. They vary from lockable lids, wheels for ease of movement, and different types of liners or bags to accommodate various waste streams from commercial and industrial sectors.
E-waste Disposal
These e-waste disposal bins are specifically designated for outdated electronic waste collection and recycling. They are unique containers meant for collecting and recycling electronic waste that are not thrown away in a landfill where environmental hazards are imminent.
If no special drop-off events are available, call Aus Rubbish Removals at 0402 244 036 to pick them up and bring them to authorised recycling facilities.
How Aus Rubbish Removals Can Help
Aus Rubbish Removals caters to the removal needs of large, specialised projects and those requiring removal within a specific period. We are efficient, cost-effective, and speedy at rubbish removal, promising high-quality service at the best price possible.
We have a skilled and competent staff backed up with all the necessary equipment to handle any job, ensuring efficient and professional service. Our same-day rubbish removal service promises prompt, hassle-free access for one-time convenience on time-sensitive requests.
Aus Rubbish Removals rubbish service helps you with various waste removals, providing the solution for your rubbish needs by offering recycling and removal services of waste types. We have same-day rubbish removals in North Sydney, Manly, Mosman, Sydney CBD, Chatswood, Willoughby, and Hornsby, so your rubbish is gone without fuss.
The team can even arrange waste collection on the fly in these areas with our trucks. It’s just that easy to collect rubbish. Call 0402 244 036 us for a flexible, agile, and responsive waste disposal service for waste overflow or items unsuitable for regular bins.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What if I overfill my council bin?
Your council bin could overflow, leading to numerous adverse repercussions such as threats to safety and problems with the law, more expense, and environmental concerns. Councils will also sometimes impose penalties if they find overfilled bins that do not follow the waste collection guidelines.
2. Can I dispose of electronics in the regular waste bin?
You MUST NOT dispose of electronics in the regular waste bins because they contain harmful materials, making their disposal in garbage illegal in most places.
3. Do all councils provide free recycling and green bins?
Most local councils in Australia have household recycling bins at minimal or no fee. However, when it comes to food and garden organic bins, there is a fee for this service or a discounted price.
4. How do I get rid of hazardous materials or chemicals?
As with hazardous waste, precautions should be taken to prevent accidents and contamination. When possible, retain products in their original containers; all labels, including warning labels and manufacturer’s instructions, should remain intact on the packaging.
5. When is it best to call a rubbish removal service?
Appropriate times to inquire about a rubbish removal service should incorporate, but not be limited to, seasonal changes, specific circumstances that will vary for every individual, and timelines for the project itself.
