Here’s how you can recycle your cardboard

At this time of year, it’s not unusual to find the yellow-lidded recycling bin filled to the brim with lots of extra cardboard thanks to the generosity of loved ones and time spent unwrapping presents from under the Christmas tree.

We’re here to help residents to the right thing with Council hosting three cardboard recycling drop-offs after Christmas to help community members get rid of their extra recyclable waste.

From Wednesday 28 December to Friday 30 December, visit one of the drop offs at Berkeley, Helensburgh or Corrimal to responsibly get rid of extra cardboard. We accept household quantities of cardboard only.

When & where?

Wollongong City Lord Mayor Councillor Gordon Bradbery AM said that the message was for people to reduce and recycle as much as possible.

“There are so many ways we can reduce the amount of cardboard waste during Christmas. Instead of using wrapping paper, why not use reusable wrapping material such as cloth or old newspapers to reduce the amount of paper going to waste,” Cr Bradbery said.

“If you end up with too much recycling than will fit in your yellow-lidded recycling bins, I urge you to use our cardboard drop-off service.

“You can also drop-off extra cardboard and other recyclables at our Community Recycling Centre at Whytes Gully. It’s open every day of the year except Christmas Day. Any other problem recyclables such as electronic waste, white goods, scrap metal or gas bottles can also be dropped off there as well.

“Another solution is to stagger your recycling rubbish and store what doesn’t fit into your yellow bin in your garage or home until the next pick-up.

“If you have lots of Styrofoam and soft plastics after Christmas, make sure you place it in your red-lidded general waste bin. This includes waste such as bubble wrap, plastic bags, and Polystyrene Foam.”

The Community Recycling Centre is open every day of the year except Christmas Day. For more information on what can and can’t be dropped off, visit our webpage.