
Some everyday items can spark dangerous landfill fires if they’re thrown in the bin. Common culprits include household batteries, lithium-ion batteries from phones and tools, gas bottles and butane cans, flares and ammunition.
Drop batteries off safely at B-cycle collection points at Council Customer Service Centres and libraries, at the Collinsville and Cannonvale Transfer Stations, and participating supermarkets and hardware stores. For all other hazardous items, talk to our friendly staff at your nearest transfer station or landfill and they will help you manage them correctly.
Disposing of these hazardous items safely helps protect our environment and keeps our community safe. For more information, visit Council’s website.