A

  • Acids/Alkalis
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Aerosol Cans
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Aluminium foil
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Asbestos
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Asbestos is toxic and should always be handled by a licensed professional. If you are unsure about the presence of asbestos on a site for renovation, construction or demolition, organise a licensed professional to inspect the site and safely manage the disposal of any asbestos found.

  • Aluminium (scrap)
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more  information visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Aluminium cans
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more  info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Ammunition and guns
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin. 

    In the Northern Territory firearms, firearm parts or ammunition can be surrendered at police stations or participating licenced dealers. 

    For more information go to https://crimestoppers.com.au/firearmamnesty/nt.

B

  • Bandaids
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Batteries (auto)
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Batteries (home)
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Batteries pose a fire hazard if placed in the kerbside bins. Batteries and Mobile Phones can be disposed of at the City of Palmerston Battery and Mobile phone recycling bins located at Civic Centre, Palmerston Recreation Centre, Palmerston Library, and Archer Waste Management Facility.

    For more info visit Archer Waste Management Facility.

  • Blankets
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Bleaches
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Blocks (concrete)
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Bones
    Compost
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure it is wrapped.

    This item might be compostable.

    City of Palmerston has a Home Composting Rebate initiative. To apply for the Home Composting Rebate and to learn more, visit palmerston.nt.gov.au/homecomposting

  • Books
    Donate
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Bottle Tops/Lids
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure lids are separated from their bottles.

    Many bottles are recyclable if rinsed and bottle top/lid removed. Please check the relevant item in this guide or look for the recycling symbol on the bottle.

  • Bottles (Beer/Glass/Plastic/Wine)
    Container deposit scheme
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure items are rinsed and lids are separated and disposed of in General Waste bin (red lid). 

    Some items may be eligible for a refund under the NT Container Deposit Scheme. Go to https://ntepa.nt.gov.au/your-environment/container-deposit-scheme for more information.

  • Bricks and pavers
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Bubble Wrap
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Building Materials (residential)
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

C

  • Cans
    Container deposit scheme
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure they are rinsed.

  • Car Batteries
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Carbon Paper
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Cardboard/Carton
    Archer Transfer Station
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure any boxes are flattened, sticktape removed. Archer Waste Transfer Facility also accepts uncontaminated cardboard for recycling.

  • Carpet
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • CDs
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Cellophane
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Ceramics
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Cereal Boxes
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Cleaning Products (not empty)
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Cleaning Products (empty)
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is empty and rinsed.

  • Clothing/Shoes
    Donate
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Cockroach Bait
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Coffee Jars/Tins
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Computers and Accessories
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Concrete
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Cooking Fat
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure it is wrapped well, or store in bags and freeze until your bin collection day.

  • Cork
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Cotton Buds/Cotton Wool
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Crockery
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Cups and Saucers
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Cutlery
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Cooking Oil (small household quantity)
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    For small amounts only, pour cool cooking oil in to a container and with a secure lid. Dispose in General Waste bin.

  • Cooking Oil (larger household quantity)
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Commercial Waste
    Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility

    Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility

    Located off Vanderlin Drive, Karama via the Shoal Bay access road. Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility services the greater Darwin region. It is open 7 days a week from 7.00am-6.00pm.

    For more information visit https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/resident-services/waste-recycling/shoal-ba…

D

  • Detergent Bottles (Washing/Laundry)
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Dirt and Soil
    Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin. 

    Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility

    Located off Vanderlin Drive, Karama via the Shoal Bay access road. Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility services the greater Darwin region. It is open 7 days a week from 7.00am - 6.00pm.

    For more information visit https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/resident-services/waste-recycling/shoal-ba….

    This item might be compostable. City of Palmerston has a Home Composting Rebate initiative! To apply for the Home Composting Rebate and to learn more, visit palmerston.nt.gov.au/homecomposting

  • DVDs
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

E

  • Egg Cartons
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Electrical Appliances
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Electrical Equipment
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • EPIRBs and Distress Beacons
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin. 

    EPIRB and distress beacon owners can dispose of unwanted beacons responsibly by dropping your device at the NT Water Police Station Monday - Friday between 7.00am and 3.00pm. The Water Police Station is located at 27 Nebo Road, East Arm. 

    Anyone who disposes of their unwanted beacons should update their details with AMSA to de-register their beacon. https://www.beacons.amsa.gov.au/

F

  • Fertiliser
    Archer Transfer Station
    Hazardous

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry, and commercial quantities cannot be accepted.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Foam Boxes
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure they are broken up.

  • Foam Meat Trays
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Foil
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Food
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Fruit and Vegetable Scraps
    Compost
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    City of Palmerston has a Home Composting Rebate initiative! To apply for the Home Composting Rebate and to learn more, visit palmerston.nt.gov.au/homecomposting

  • Fruit Juice Cartons
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Furniture
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Fluorescent Tubes/Lights
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility

    Located off Vanderlin Drive, Karama via the Shoal Bay access road. Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility services the greater Darwin region. It is open 7 days a week from 7am - 6pm. For more information visit https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/resident-services/waste-recycling/shoal-ba…;

G

  • Garden Chemicals/Poisons (not empty)
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Garden Chemicals/Poisons (empty)
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is empty and rinsed.

  • Garden Hose
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Garden/Green Waste (large)
    Archer Transfer Station
    Compost

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry, and commercial quantities cannot be accepted.

    For more  info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    This item might be compostable. City of Palmerston has a Home Composting Rebate initiative! To apply for the Home Composting Rebate and to learn more, visit palmerston.nt.gov.au/homecomposting

  • Garden/Green Waste (small)
    Archer Transfer Station
    Compost

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry, and commercial quantities cannot be accepted.

    For more  info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    This item might be compostable. City of Palmerston has a Home Composting Rebate initiative! To apply for the Home Composting Rebate and to learn more, visit palmerston.nt.gov.au/homecomposting

  • Gas Cylinders/Bottles
    Archer Transfer Station

    Small gas bottles only (BBQ sized, up to 9kgs), for larger gas bottles please return to the manufacturer or contact  NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia on: 
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39 
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955 

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace). Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry. For more information visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Glad Wrap
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Glass (broken)
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Glass Containers
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Archer Waste Management Facility 

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry, and commercial quantities cannot be accepted.

    For more information visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facilit…;
     

  • Glassware
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Greaseproof Paper/Baking Paper
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Guns and ammunition
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin. 

    In the Northern Territory firearms, firearm parts or ammunition can be surrendered at police stations or participating licenced dealers. 

    For more information go to https://crimestoppers.com.au/firearmamnesty/nt.

I

  • Ice Cream Containers
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Insecticides (not empty)
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Insecticides (empty)
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is empty and rinsed.

  • Insulation (small household quantity)
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure it is bagged and sealed.

  • Insulation (large household quantity)
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • IT Accessories
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

J

  • Juice Cartons
    Container deposit scheme
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Junk Mail
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

K

  • Kitty Litter
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Keys
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more  info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facilit…;

    This item is scrap metal and can also be taken to your local scrap metal recycler. 

L

  • Laptops
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Lids and Tops (Jars, Bottles and Containers)
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure lids are separated from their bottles.

    Many bottles are recyclable if rinsed and bottle top/lid removed. Please check the relevant item in this guide or look for the recycling symbol on the bottle.

  • Long Life Milk Cartons
    Container deposit scheme
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

M

  • Magazines/Newspapers
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Manure/Animal Droppings
    Compost
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure it is wrapped.

    This item might be compostable.

    City of Palmerston has a Home Composting Rebate initiative! To apply for the Home Composting Rebate and to learn more, visit palmerston.nt.gov.au/homecomposting

  • Margarine Tubs
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Meat
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure it is wrapped. Item can be stored in bags and frozen until your bin collection day.

  • Meat Trays
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Milk Bottles/Milk Cartons (UHT)
    Container deposit scheme
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure they are rinsed.

    Ensure lids are separated and disposed of in General Waste bin (red lid).

  • Mineral Turpentine (not empty)
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Mineral Turpentine (empty)
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is empty and rinsed.

  • Mobile Phones
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Monitors
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Motor oil
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Mattress
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more  info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling

N

  • Nappies
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Needles
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    This type of hazardous waste must be disposed of at NTAHC NSP Palmerston. The 24 hour access bin is located outside the NSP entrance.
    Address: Suite 7, 3 Gurd St, Palmerston Health Precinct, Farrar NT 0830

  • Newspapers
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

O

  • Oil
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Oil Drums
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

P

  • Paint Tin (empty)
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Paints
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility

  • Paper/Paper Bags/Paper Envelopes
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Paper Towel/Paper Towel Rolls
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Pens/Biros/Textas
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Pet Food Tins
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Phone Books
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Picture Frames
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Pizza Boxes
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Plastic Bags
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Bring your own where possible to avoid single-use plastics.

  • Plastic Containers with Recycling Symbols 1 and 2
    Archer Transfer Station
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid). Ensure they are rinsed.

    Ensure lids are separated and disposed of in General Waste bin (red lid). 

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry, and commercial quantities cannot be accepted.

    For more  info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

  • Plastic Plant Pots (empty)
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Poisons
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Polysterene Foam
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure they are broken up.

  • Pool Chemicals
    Hazardous

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin.

    Hazardous/chemical waste products can safely and correctly be disposed of at NTRS, Cleanaway or Veolia. You can contact them on:
    Cleanaway - 13 13 39
    NTRS - 08 8984 1500
    Veolia - 132 955

  • Pottery
    Donate
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Printer Cartridges
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Printers
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

R

  • Rope
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

S

  • Sauce Bottles
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure they are rinsed.

    Ensure lids are separated and disposed of in General Waste bin (red lid).

  • Scanners
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Seeding Containers
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Soap
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Soft Drink Bottles/Soft Drink Cans
    Container deposit scheme
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Steel Cans
    Container deposit scheme
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Steel (scrap)
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more information visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition consider selling or donating. Items in good condition can also be taken to the Trash and Treasure Shop at Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility.

T

  • Take Away Food Containers (empty)
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.

  • Tampons/Sanitary Pads
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    Ensure it is wrapped in a bag.

  • Terracotta Pots/Terracotta Tiles
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Timber
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Transfer Station

  • Tissues
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Toilet Paper Rolls
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

  • Toothbrushes
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Toys
    Donate
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell. Big W stores have a toy recycling program that accepts used toys in good condition. 

  • TVs
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate
    EWaste

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Tyres
    Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility

    Disposal options include:

    Your local tyre service centres and retailers. 

    Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility - for more information visit https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/resident-services/waste-recycling/shoal-ba….

    Do not dispose of hazardous/chemical waste products in your household bin. 

V

  • Vacuum Cleaner Dust
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Videos/VHS
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

W

  • Waxed Cardboard/Waxed Paper
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • Weeds (declared)
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

  • White Goods
    Archer Transfer Station
    Donate

    Archer Waste Management Facility

    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.

    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop, sell or items can also be taken to the Trash and Treasure Shop at Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility. 

  • Window Panes
    Donate
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

    If in good condition, donate to your local charity/op-shop or sell.

  • Wine Bottles
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed and the lids are separated.

  • Wood (garden prunings)
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry, and commercial quantities cannot be accepted.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    City of Palmerston has a Home Composting Rebate initiative! To apply for the Home Composting Rebate and to learn more, visit palmerston.nt.gov.au/homecomposting

  • Wooden Planks
    Archer Transfer Station

    Archer Waste Management Facility
    Located off Elrundie Avenue (south of Chung Wah Terrace), Palmerston's waste transfer station is open 7 days a week from 8.00am-6.00pm. Proof of Palmerston residency is required for entry.
    For more info visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/live/waste-management/waste-management-facility.

    If in good condition, we encourage you to recycle by donating to your local charity/op-shop or selling.

  • Wrapping Paper
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

X

  • X-rays
    General Waste bin (red lid)

    General Waste bin (red lid)

Y

  • Yogurt Containers
    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Recycle bin (yellow lid)

    Ensure it is rinsed.