Disposing of chemical waste

Chemical waste needs to be disposed of appropriately. Failure to do so can have a serious impact on the environment and incur hefty penalties.

If you need to dispose of chemicals, we encourage you to call council to confirm if materials are accepted at our waste transfer stations or landfill sites.

Remember...don't ever put chemical waste into any kerbside collection bins!

What to do with farm chemical containers

drumMUSTER is a national program funded by farmers, for collection and recycling of empty, cleaned farm chemical containers. Chemical users pay a 4c per litre or kilogram levy on eligible products sold in non-returnable containers.

Council accepts drums at some of our waste transfer stations or landfill sites up to 30mins before closing time. If you have more than 50 drums please ring ahead to arrange a suitable time for drum delivery.

All drums must:

  • Carry the drumMUSTER logo
  • Be clean, dry and free of chemical residue
  • Have lids removed
  • Be pierced from top through bottom if made of metal
  • All drums must be tripple rinsed 

Burning chemical containers or burying them uncleaned on farm or in council landfills is illegal and incurs substantial criminal penalties, including fines of up to $500,000. More information can be obtained from drumMUSTER.

 

 

 

 

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