Hazardous household waste includes
- Acids and alkalis
- Brake fluid and coolants
- Cleaning products
- Fumigants
- Liquid paint - oil and water-based up to 100 litres
- Other household chemicals
- Pesticides, herbicides, insecticides
- Photographic chemicals
- Poisons
- Pool chemicals
- Solvents (including paint thinners, turpentine)
- Varnishes and stains
Where to dispose of hazardous household waste
Household Chemicals and Paint Drop-off Depot
The free drop off service is provided by Green Industries SA for householders and farmers (not businesses) to dispose of unwanted household chemicals and paint safely, responsibly and free of charge.
When: Open 9:00am to 12:00pm on the first Tuesday of every month (including public holidays).
Where: Corner Magazine Road and Henschke Street, Dry Creek.
A permanent Drop-off Centre at North Plympton is planned for mid-late 2019.
Recycling or disposal options for common household items
Search the A-Z guide to waste and recycling for disposal or recycling options for the following items:
