While the Wollongong area has not yet been affected by bushfires, the threat is very real in our neighbouring LGAs and now is a good time to clear your property of fallen leaves, twigs and debris.
To assist residents with cleaning up their properties, Wollongong City Council is offering free green waste drop off points across Wollongong for this weekend and the next.
Wollongong City Lord Mayor Cr Gordon Bradbery AM said: "Now is a good time to clear your property and remove fallen leaves, twigs and debris.
"The RFS has some excellent tips on preparing your home for bushfire on its website.
"You can also check if your property is on bush fire prone land on the RFS website."
Council is also monitoring and maintaining Asset Protection Zones and Council-managed open space and natural areas.
The additional green waste drop off points are outlined in the table below.
Location |
Dates and Times |
Manned by |
|---|---|---|
Rex Jackson Complex – carpark off Blackwell St and Park Avenue junction – Helensburgh |
12January (12 noon - 4pm) |
Remondis |
Jim Allan Oval – near Scarborough beach |
11 January (7.30-11.30am) 18 January (7.30-11.30am) |
Remondis |
Ziems Park carpark – Corrimal |
11 January (12 noon-4pm) |
Remondis |
Mt Kembla Oval – Stones Rd carpark |
12 January (7.30-11.30am) |
Remondis |
Beaton Park carpark |
18 January (12 noon-4pm) |
Remondis |
Whytes Gully – Kembla Grange |
11 and 12 January 17 January |
Resident drop off |
Normal residential quantities will be accepted – for example trailer and car loads, not tip trucks or commercial vehicles. Proof of residency, for example a driver's licence, is required at the drop off points.
