Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day
Past Event
Disposing of hazardous waste in your regular household bins is a danger to yourself, Town staff and the environment at large.
The Town is holding a household hazardous waste drop-off day at the depot (218 Planet Street, Welshpool) from 9am-1pm on Saturday 25 October 2025, so you can dispose of any of the materials below in a safe manner.
What can you bring to the drop-off:
- Asbestos products (no more than six sheets. Only accepted if wrapped in black plastic and sealed)
- Pesticides and herbicides
- Paints and solvents
- Fluorescent globes and tubes (max. 10)
- Motor and cooking oil (max. 20L)
- All batteries
- Smoke detectors
- Gas bottles
- Heavy metals (e.g. mercury)
- Aerosol cans
- E- Waste
Please note, any commercial quantities of hazardous waste will be refused at the discretion of the Town. Any unidentifiable poisons/chemicals will be checked by the qualified technician on site on the day. Ensure all poison containers are not corroded and are in safe condition prior to transporting them.
To access this free service, be sure to bring proof of your residency within the Town of Victoria Park.
For more information about hazardous waste disposal, head to our website page here.