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4993 4100
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4921 0333
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4934 9700
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6578 7290
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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#1 What happens to the recyclable material after it is collected?
#2 Does some of the recyclable material go to landfill?
#3 Should I remove the labels from drink containers and steel cans?
#4 Should I wash out containers before putting them in the recycling bin?
#5 Should I place my recyclables inside plastic bags?
#6 Can I recycle car parts, windows and garden waste in my recycling bin?
#7 Can I recycle window glass, mirrors, ceramics, Pyrex and glass tumblers or wine glasses in my recycling bin?
#8 If I am unsure whether a product can be recycled, should I put it in the recycling bin anyway?
#9 What happens if I put unacceptable items in my recycling bin?
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Bottles and containers must be empty but don’t require washing or rinsing before going into your recycling bin.
Council Stats
Collected
Waste
Recycled
Landfill Saved (m3)
1,106,541
738,000
369,000
0
101,633
5,739
95,893
258,911
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436,408
26,578
409,830
1,106,541
135,353
7,241
128,112
345,903
Maitland City Council Logo
16,020
560
15,460
41,742
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