Goulburn Mulwaree Council has launched a free trial recycling service for soft plastics and vapes at the Goulburn Waste Management Centre, running until 30 June 2026. This initiative provides residents with a safe and sustainable way to dispose of these materials at no cost. If the trial is successful, Council hopes to make the service permanent.
Soft plastics—such as plastic bags, wraps, and packaging—can now be recycled through Council's partnership with RecycleSmart. Items not accepted include biodegradable or compostable plastics, straws, and rigid plastic containers such as ice cream tubs, yoghurt pots, takeaway containers, and shampoo bottles, as well as laminated materials.
Vapes must never be placed in household or workplace bins, as they pose a fire risk. Residents can now safely recycle vapes at the Waste Management Centre through this specialised program.
From 1 July 2025, Council now also accepts non-commercial quantities of commingled recycling, clean cardboard (flattened, polystyrene-free), and polystyrene, free of charge. All items must be source-separated and placed in the appropriate areas of the recycling shed.
These expanded recycling options aim to reduce landfill, promote sustainability, and make responsible disposal easier for the community.
