Resource Recovery Centre
Copper Coast Resource Recovery Centre opened to the public on the 1st of July 2014 following the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) licenses for the Wallaroo and Kadina landfill sites reaching their end of term dates.
The Copper Coast Resource Recovery Centre receives and temporarily stores waste (putrescible waste, recyclable material, green waste and hardfill). This waste is placed in designated areas for minor segregation and/or minor resource recovery prior to their transport to other approved depots for further sorting, resource recovery or disposal.
General waste is transported to Cleanaway Inkermann at Inkermann and the recycling is sent to Northern Areas Waste Management Authority (NAWMA) where they sort through the different recycled products. After the sorting process the recyclable products is then sent off to different facilities for the optimal use and recycling of these products.
Free Services
Green Waste - Copper Coast Residents are entitled to dispose of 2 x 6x4 (levelled) Trailer Loads of Green Waste at the Resource Recovery Centre in Wallaroo(see below for address). In previous years, vouchers were included on the rates notice or in the Copper Post. However, we have simplified the process to make it as easy as possible for property owners. You can now either;
(A) Bring in your rates notice, or
(B) Your driver’s license with properties address, and we will keep track of the vouchers on our system.
Below are a few points to help clarify how the free loads of green waste will work for residents:
* If you have organised someone to do the works, there needs to be something in writing (i.e. a gardener delivering on behalf of residents)
* Cannot be a copy of rates notice, must be the ORIGINAL
* Renters need to have permission from the owner, however, driver’s license with property address will be sufficient
The 2 loads apply per property, so, if a person owns say 2 properties, he/she will get two free loads for each of the properties.
Electronic Waste/E-Waste - The recovery centre also accepts e-waste free of charge.
Oil - The Resource Recovery Centre also accepts domestic cooking oil and car oil free of charge.
Avoid, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Tips
We are living in a time where we understand more about our planet, its ecosystems and the impacts of human activity. Without careful management, these impacts could have long lasting effects on our environment and our way of life. We have the responsibility for ensuring that as both a government and a community, we do everything that we can to reduce the burden on our environment and our precious resources.
FACT: Food and garden organics waste accounts for around half of waste sent to landfill.
Waste Reduction Tips
Shopping
- Needs versus Wants – always ask yourself if you really need the item or want it to AVOID unnecessary items?
- Make a list – buy only what you need AVOID impulse buying by sticking to the list. Don’t shop when you’re hungry
- Bag you’re shopping – in reusable (organic cotton or hemp) bags, baskets or backpacks to AVOID plastic
- Household cleaners – buy and use less, read the labels AVOID the more toxic products and look for natural and safer alternatives
- Buy in bulk – as it REDUCES the amount of packaging and will save you money
- Concentrated products – often means REDUCED packaging and energy to transport
- Buy REUSABLE products - AVOID single use products like batteries, nappies, disposable razors, plates or cutlery
- Choose products – with none or RECYCLABLE packaging (fresh fruit Vs frozen)
- Fresh fruit & veggies – come with NO PACKAGING and even better if they come from your own backyard
- Is it reliable? Can it be repaired, refilled, reused and restored? Will the product last as it gets older?
- Other alternatives - like buying second-hand, hiring / renting or borrowing less used items. Use your local library
- Shop ethically - every purchase makes an impact, your dollar is your vote
GREAT RECYCLING TIP: Being a good recycler is one thing, but you can be a great recycler by buying things made from recycled material. Close the loop by buying products with recycled content in things like plastic containers, packaging, boxes, toilet paper, wrapping and copy paper.
In the Home
- AVOID plastic bags for rubbish completely by using biodegradable bags for the kitchen bin, allowing them to break down in landfill. Even better use bags from cereal, bread and frozen food for wet or messy garbage
- No Junk Mail – add a sticker to your letterbox to REDUCE paper wastage. Contact the Distributions Standards Board on 1800 676 136 for a free “No Advertising Material" sticker
- Phone Books – cancel deliveries to your home through Directory Select (This external link will open in a new window)
- Donate containers – from margarine, ice-cream and even egg cartons to your local schools or childcare for REUSE in craft activities
- Donate books – and magazines to schools, hospitals, charity book stalls or second hand booksellers
- Store – household items like buttons and screws in REUSABLE glass jars and bottles
- Lighting – use low-energy fluorescent light bulbs which last longer and cost less over time. RECYCLE your used bulbs.
FACT: The average Australian household wastes more than $1,000 every year purchasing items they never use. So buy only what you need and save.
In the Garden
- Lawn clippings – leave them on the lawn as you mow, saving time and also fertilising your lawn
- Compost – food and garden waste
Saving Money
- Cleaners – can be bought in refill packs, or even better, start natural cleaning
- Tea – sold in tea bags can cost up to twice as much as that sold in bulk. You can also buy your coffee freshly ground into your own container
- Chips – sold in small individual packets can cost up to 44% more then the same amount sold in larger packets. Separate them into Tupperware containers or individual zip lock bags that can also be washed and used over
- Bulk – buying of rice, flour, potatoes, and sugar can save money and waste
- Salt – sold in recyclable cardboard is much cheaper then salt sold in plastic
- Toilet cleaners – do little more then change the colour of the water
- Borrow – books from the library or second-hand instead of buying new ones
Extra Tips
- Write – to the manufacturer of your favourite product if it doesn’t come in recyclable or reusable packaging
- Mug – use your own for takeaway coffee, AVOIDing disposable containers
- Takeaway – ask them to AVOID using extra wrapping and plastic cutlery, even better, take your own containers
- Nappies – use cloth or a nappy service wash service instead of disposable nappies
- Garage sales – and donating to charity are a great way to REUSE old furniture, TVs, appliances and clothes
Fees and Charges
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday | 10.30am - 3.00 pm |
Weekends | 10.00 am - 2.00 pm |
Public Holidays | CLOSED |
Total Fire Ban Days | Open |
Location
The Resource Recovery Centre is located in Wallaroo on Magazine Road, just behind the Wallaroo Golf Course.
Address: 14 Recycle Way, Wallaroo SA 5554