Disposing of tricky waste items

There are many ways we can stay warm this winter but what happens when items such as oil heaters no longer work?

If you’ve pulled out some old winter warmers, and found they are no longer working, here are ways to correctly dispose of some tricky waste items:

For oil heaters, solar panels and electric heaters you can book a collection through Mathews Metal Management http://www.matthewsmetalmanagement.formstack.com/.../tamw...

Electric blankets and hot water bottles – Dispose in your general waste bin (red lid)

Instant hot packs & instant cold packs – Discard non-toxic contents into your general waste bin. Rinse the bag and recycle the soft plastic through the Curby program!

Heat lamp & tastic bulbs – Dispose at the Community Recycling Centre www.tamworth.nsw.gov.au/crc

Old winter clothing, towels or linens – Donate them to your local opportunity shop or see if your local animal shelter is in need of linen

If you want to learn more about disposing of certain tricky waste items, visit www.tamworth.nsw.gov.au/tricky-waste-items