Household bulky waste drop off

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About the Event

The Bulky Waste Drop-Off Event is a fantastic opportunity for Kiama residents to responsibly dispose of large household items—free of charge. Held twice a year at the Minnamurra Waste & Recycling Facility, this initiative helps reduce landfill, supports recycling, and keeps our community clean and clutter-free. Whether you're clearing out old furniture, garden equipment, or unwanted goods, this event makes it easy to declutter sustainably while supporting local waste management efforts.

Event Overview

  • Next event:  proposed for September 2026
  • Location: Minnamurra Waste & Recycling Facility
  • Cost: Free for eligible residents*
  • Frequency: Held twice a year
  • Purpose: Dispose of large, bulky household items

ENTRY REQUIREMENT - COVERED FOOTWEAR

To meet safety requirements, covered footwear is required for entry to this event - no thongs, sandals or slides accepted.

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Terms and conditions*

By registering for this event, you agree to the following Terms and Conditions:

  • The registered property must be within the Kiama Municipality and pay our Domestic or Rural Waste Management Charge in the annual rates
  • Limited to one (1) drop off per household for this event
  • Proof of residency required on the day such as a driver's license, rates notice, or utility bill and shown to the Checkpoint staff onsite
  • Bookings are by the property, not the property owner, so if you are unable to attend, a representative can drop off on your behalf, as long as you have a booking for your address and your representative brings along proof of residency for your property
  • Total quantity equal to a standard box trailer or standard Ute (maximum 2m3)
  • No trucks permitted
  • All materials must be loose or in unsealed boxes. No bagged items will be accepted
  • Batteries
    • Items with any batteries MUST BE removed from the item, if possible, before dropping off at the event
    • If unable to remove batteries from item, please notify staff on site before disposing of item.

Conditions of entry at the Minnamurra Waste and Recycling Facility:

  • Follow all signs and directions given by authorised personnel
  • Proof of residency is required to enter the site and participate in the event
  • Obey all traffic rules, including speed limits and signs
  • Give way to all operating site machinery
  • Wear enclosed footwear
  • Dispose of each item in the correct location, following the signage and direction of staff
  • Children attending the Up4Grabs Shed must be supervised by an adult at all times
  • Children are to remain inside your vehicle in all other areas
  • Animals, smoking, vaping, consumption of alcohol, lighting fires, unlawful entry and scavenging are prohibited
  • Offensive and abusive language and/or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated. The site is monitored with CCTV surveillance cameras.

Not Accepted items:

  • Fibro or asbestos
  • bean bags and bean bag filling (ie. polystyrene balls)
  • building and demolition waste
  • garden waste (unless fees paid)
  • household garbage and food scraps
  • pane/sheet glass and mirrors including furniture with glass or mirrors
  • toxic chemicals and hazardous waste including fuel
  • tyres
  • waste from commercial premises (shops or offices)
  • solar panels.

Accepted items:

  • lounges
  • furniture
  • toys
  • baby goods
  • sporting goods
  • bikes
  • garden equipment
  • white goods (except fridges and freezers)
  • electrical goods
  • crockery and homewares
  • carpet, carpet underlay, rugs and blinds
  • CDs, DVDs and books
  • mattresses (limit 2 per household)
  • items for the Community Recycling Centre.

If you need to amend or cancel your booking, please change your booking online or contact Council.

Location

Minnamurra Waste & Recycling Centre, 446 Riverside Drive, MINNAMURRA, 2533, View Map

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