Waste and Recycling Info Hub
Use this directory to find out how to recycle or dispose of unwanted items, including items that aren't accepted in household bins.
What we can and can't recycle changes over time, as this is driven by the market for recycled materials and recycling processors' capacity.
This directory is based on the best available information, always check details directly with the service provider before making a trip!
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Disclaimer
This information has been provided by Frankston City Council as a guide only and should not be viewed as an endorsement or recommendation of any independent service provider.
Please contact the service provider directly to confirm details, pricing, opening hours and service availability before making a trip.
Please contact Council if you know of other local organisations that provide repair, reuse, recycling or disposal services that may be suitable for inclusion in this directory.
For information about what can and can't be accepted in household bins, visit:
For Council waste and recycling services including Hard Waste Collections, Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre (FRRRC) and Community Recycling Stations, visit:
For additional waste and recycling information, visit:
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Mixed recycling bin (yellow lid)
Fully empty aerosol cans (including propellant) can be placed in the mixed recycling bin (yellow lid).
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Detox Your Home event
Take full or partially full aerosol cans to a free Detox Your Home drop-off event.
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Book a Hard Waste Collection (at call service)
Air conditioners can be put in your booked hard waste collection.
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Wait for the free annual Hard Waste Collection
Air conditioners can be put in your free annual hard waste collection.
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Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre
Air conditioners can be dropped off at the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre. Costs and limits may apply.
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Mixed recycling bin (yellow lid)
Aluminium can be crunched into a ball and placed loose into the mixed recycling bin.
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Food and garden organics bin (green lid)
Animal fur and hair, such as dog and cat hair should be placed in the food and garden organics bin for composting.
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Home compost
Frankston City Council has partnered with Compost Revolution to provide kits at discounted prices and free delivery for residents.
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Book a Hard Waste Collection (at call service)
Appliances such as kettles can be put in your booked hard waste collection.
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Wait for the free annual Hard Waste Collection
Appliances such as kettles can be put in your free annual hard waste collection.
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Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre
Appliances such as kettles can be dropped off at the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre. Costs and limits may apply.
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WARNING: Asbestos is a HAZARDOUS MATERIAL and should only ever be handled and disposed of by a qualified and licenced professional.
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Asbestos Removal Options
Friable asbestos material should only be removed by a licensed asbestos removalist.
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General rubbish bin (red lid)
Must be wrapped and placed in your general rubbish bin (red lid).
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Home compost
Small amounts of ash from non-toxic sources can be composted. Frankston City Council has partnered with Compost Revolution to provide kits at discounted prices and free delivery for residents.
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General rubbish bin (red lid)
Compostable or regular baking/greaseproof paper should be bagged and disposed of in the red general rubbish bin.
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Home compost
Frankston City Council has partnered with Compost Revolution to provide kits at discounted prices and free delivery for residents.
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General rubbish bin (red lid)
All balloons must be bagged and disposed of in the red general rubbish bin.
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Environmental information:
Balloons are the #1 deadliest form of litter when ingested by seabirds. Releasing balloons into the environment, whether it’s a single balloon or a whole group of balloons, is littering and therefore illegal in Victoria. If you are looking for an alternative (like bubbles!), check out the link below:
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Book a Hard Waste Collection (at call service)
Bathtubs can be put in your booked hard waste collection.
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Wait for the free annual Hard Waste Collection
Bathtubs can be put in your free annual hard waste collection.
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Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre
Bathtubs can be dropped off at the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre. Costs and limits may apply.
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This information has been provided by Council as a guide only and should not be viewed as an endorsement or recommendation of an independent service provider. Please contact the service provider to confirm details, or look in the local phone directory to find other alternatives. Please contact Council if you know of other local organisations that provide recycling or reuse services.
For information on what can and can’t be accepted in the kerbside recycling bin, visit our Bin Information page.
For other waste and recycling disposal options, visit Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action.