Central Coast Council is inviting residents to clear out unwanted hazardous chemicals from around the home and safely dispose of them for free at the Chemical CleanOut events this March.

Community members can drop off their chemicals for free between 9am - 3.30pm daily, on the following dates: •Kincumber Waste Management Facility, on Cullens Road, Kincumber on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 March 2023. •Council's Long Jetty Depot, corner The Entrance and Wyong Road, Bateau Bay on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 March 2023.

Household quantities are accepted only for disposal at the Chemical CleanOut events. A 20 litre or 20-kilogram maximum container size per item applies, except for paints. Residents can drop off up to 100L of paint, however they must be in containers of 20L or less.

When travelling to these events handle chemicals safely and if possible, keep all chemicals in their original containers. This includes never mixing chemicals as dangerous reactions can occur.

For the full list of chemicals that can be dropped off call 131 555 or visit cleanout.com.au

If you are unsure on how to dispose of items, check the A-Z Waste Disposal and Recycling Guide at 1coast.com.au

The Household Chemical CleanOut program is a NSW Government Waste Less Recycle More initiative funded from the waste levy, brought to you by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment, Paintback and Central Coast Council.