The City's first bulk hard waste collection, since the end of the Verge Valet
TM trial in January 2024, will commence on
Monday 19 February.
This collection is an opportunity to discard any bulk rubbish that cannot be reused or repaired.
It has been a few years since the last bulk hard waste collection in the City of Subiaco, so here are some frequently asked questions that may help you decide what can or can't be put out on your verge.
What items are accepted and what items won't be picked up?
- Accepted items: Air conditioners, BBQs (not gas bottles), bicycles, bulk polystyrene, bulky toys, e-waste (TVs, computers, accessories), fencing (timber and steel only), floor coverings (linoleum, carpet), fridges or freezers with the door removed, garden hoses, general junk, household furniture (no glass), mattresses and mattress bases, scrap metal, plant pots, small electrical goods, timber (not garden waste), white goods with the doors removed, and wire.
- NOT accepted items: Asbestos products, batteries, building materials (bricks, rubble, concrete), car oil or fuel, food, gas cylinders, glass panels (tables, mirrors, window panes), hazardous materials (flammable, toxic or corrosive liquids), paint, dirt, garden waste, soil, mulch, sand, tyres, vehicles, car bodies or car parts.
Is there a size limit for my hard waste collection?
There are no size limits, but we do advise residents to think sustainably and try and reuse or repair items before putting them out. Bulk waste collection should be a last resort.
Do my items get recycled once they're picked up?
Items from bulk waste collections are always recycled wherever possible, but much of it may still end up in landfill if they are not suitable for recycling, so it's always best to reuse or repair where you can.
You can also drop a number of items off for recycling throughout the year at the West Metro Recycling Centre if it's hazardous waste or does not fit in your normal recycling bin.
How can I guarantee my items will have a second lease on life?
While some items may get picked up once they're out on the verge, there are ways to guarantee your items have a second lease on life.
Gifting, selling, donating, fixing or swapping items will guarantee your item will have a second life rather than hoping someone will pick it up off the verge.
You could also try finding a second life for your item through Buy Nothing groups, Gumtree, Ebay, Facebook Marketplace, street libraries, or charity shops.
Read more FAQs about the upcoming bulk waste collection here.