When and how rubbish is collected from your home will depend on where you live, so talk to your neighbours or contact your local council for details.
Most city councils provide rubbish bags that can be bought from supermarkets. These must be left on the footpath outside the home for collection on a specific day each week. A small number of councils operate a bin system. Most councils also provide or sell special bins for curbside recycling of paper, glass and plastics.
Most councils will not collect garden rubbish or large items. These should be taken to the local tip - a council-run refuse collection centre. Call your local council for information. Freight-container-sized rubbish skips can also be hired. Search for 'Rubbish Bin Hire' in the Yellow Pages.
Many councils operate Recycling Centres where paper, glass and plastic can be placed in special bins. These are usually located near schools or shopping centres.
Littering or dumping rubbish is illegal and can result in heavy fines.
If you live in a rural area, you are responsible for the disposal of your own rubbish.
