New waste voucher system launched in Lismore

LISMORE City Council have officially launched their new electronic waste voucher system

LISMORE City Council have officially launched their new electronic waste voucher system, which entitles all households to three free visits to the Lismore Recycling and Recovery Centre each year.

Owner/occupiers or tenants in the Lismore Local Government Area are now invited to apply online.

While Council encourages people to use the electronic system wherever possible, those with no computer access or email can apply in person or over the phone.

Residents can dispose of one ute or trailer load of waste in each visit, with the following maximum volumes accepted:

• 200 kilograms of mixed general waste (not sortable)
• 333 kilograms of self-sort waste (50% recoverable)
• 714 kilograms of green waste
• 1,666 kilograms or 1.6 tonne of scrap steel
• One gassed whitegood or two un-gassed whitegoods
• Five car/4x4 tyres or one truck tyre

People who bring more than these amounts will incur standard waste disposal charges, and no asbestos or commercial quantities of chemicals are allowed.

The new waste voucher system replaces the old method of four Tip Free Days and one voucher for each ratepayer annually.

"The new system is much more convenient for residents," Commercial Services Coordinator Kevin Trustum said.

"There will be no queueing or waiting, people can dispose of waste when it suits them, and we will get a steady stream of materials throughout the year, enabling us to maximise what we recycle.

"We believe the new system is going to be a great success and all we ask is that residents please sort their waste before bringing it for drop off."

To apply for a voucher visit www.northernriverswaste.com.au.

You can also apply over the counter at Council's Corporate Centre at 43 Oliver Avenue, Goonellabah, or by phone on 1300 87 83 87.