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Home Harvest - Winter fruit tree pruning and maintenance

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Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.

Karen Sutherland from Edible Eden Design will talk about the best way to maintain and prune your fruit trees during winter for long lasting thriving fruit trees.

Food swap from 6.45pm, session starts at 7.00pm.

Registration is recommended but not required.

This event is part of our Inspired Living Series. This series showcases an exciting range of fun and sustainable activities and events for all ages, supporting sustainability at home, in the community and at work.

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City Nature Challenge: Greater Melbourne

… in the world while contributing valuable information about Manningham’s biodiversity. About the City Nature Challenge … most observations of the most species by the most people. Manningham is collaborating with more than 25 local … it to iNaturalist . Your observations will be added to the Manningham iNaturalist projects ( Manningham East or …

Take part in one of the largest Citizen Science projects in the world while contributing valuable information about Manningham’s biodiversity.

About the City Nature Challenge

The City Nature Challenge runs from Friday 25 April to Monday 28 April 2025.

In this worldwide BioBlitz, cities compete to make the most observations of the most species by the most people.

Manningham is collaborating with more than 25 local governments to form the Greater Melbourne project.

How to participate

It is free, easy and fun to get involved.

During the 4-day window of this challenge, take photos of plants or animals and upload it to iNaturalist.

Your observations will be added to the Manningham iNaturalist projects (Manningham East or Manningham West) so that we can compete with participants from across Melbourne and all over the world.

All data gets added to Australia’s database of plants and animals, helping scientists with their research to improve outcomes for our environment.

To prepare for the challenge:

Install the iNaturalist app on your mobile phone and create an iNaturalist account.
Join the Melbourne City Nature Challenge 2025: Greater Melbourne Project.
Start adding your observations.

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Dementia Seminar

… of the seminar and there is a bus stop in front of the Manningham Civic Centre. For more information, you can contact the organisers through the booking website Manningham Function Centre Whats On … Dementia Seminar …

Dementia is the second cause of death in Australia.

Come and hear experts talk about research, clinic and the App.

Free parking is available for the duration of the seminar and there is a bus stop in front of the Manningham Civic Centre.

For more information, you can contact the organisers through the booking website

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Encouraging positive ageing

… ageing Our goal is to create a liveable and harmonious Manningham where people want to grow older in. Our goal is to …

Our goal is to create a liveable and harmonious city that people want to grow older in.

How to identify and overcome ageism

The World Health Organization (WHO) defines ageism as stereotyping and discriminating against individuals or groups, on the basis of their age. Ageism can take many forms, including:

prejudicial attitudes
discriminatory practices
institutional policies and practices perpetuating stereotypes.

At some point, most of us have formed subconscious and negative judgements based on a person’s age. Unfortunately, these attitudes have become socially acceptable and common. To learn how to identify and overcome ageism, you can take this quiz.

Additional resources

We also recommend the following links to resources, videos and podcasts to learn more about ageism and its effects.

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Cat confinement

… Find out about Manningham's 24 hour cat confinement order … Cat confinement …

Manningham has a 24-hour Cat Confinement Order to help protect your cats’ welfare.

Cat confinement means your pet cat is not allowed outside of your property boundary and is endorsed by animal welfare organisations including the RSPCA.

Keeping your cat at home is:

Safer for your cat

Keeping your cat at home is one of the best things you can do for them!

Research shows a cat contained to your property can live up to four times longer than a cat who is free to roam (Australian Veterinary Association, 2014).

It is a common misconception that cats need to roam. If their basic needs are met, cats enjoy longer and healthier lives when safely contained to the property.

Serious problems can happen if cats roam outdoors, particularly at night. Around 80% of accidents involving cats happen at night. (Animal Welfare Victoria)

Wandering cats are also exposed to, and can transmit, disease, can be hit by cars, become lost and fight with other cats and foxes.

Better for neighbour relations

We receive consistent complaints about cats entering neighbouring properties and spraying or defecating, fighting or making noise.

See more information below on engaging with neighbours who have a roaming cat.

Safer for local wildlife

Even well-fed cats will hunt and this can have a significant impact on local wildlife, including birds and possums.

Most of the reports Wildlife Victoria receives are about wildlife injured by domestic dogs and cats, this is why it is important for all Manningham pet owners to exercise responsible pet ownership.

See more information below, under ‘How is Cat Confinement Order being applied by Council’

What happens if my cat is caught outside my property?

We are encouraging you to be a responsible pet owner and to keep your cat within your property.

Our Local Laws officers will work with you to ensure compliance with the order, however we will be acting on reports from the community about roaming cats.

Enforcement of the cat confinement order will be assessed on an individual basis, as we work with our cat owners to promote responsible pet ownership.

If your cat is registered and microchipped this will assist Council Officers getting your cat home to you safely should your cat become lost.

Keeping your cat safe and healthy

Can I take my cat for a walk on a lead if there is cat confinement?

Yes, as long as you have effective control in a securely fitted harness, or the cat is in a carrier.

Lots of animal welfare organisations provide tips for training your cat to walk on lead and there are a range of harnesses and leashes available specifically for cats.

For tips and advice visit:

How can I train my cat to stay at home?

Resources are available to assist in the transition to helping your cat to an indoor (or an outdoor enclosure) lifestyle.

Some simple methods include feeding your cat indoors and not letting your cat back outside as soon as they're finished eating.

Young cats should adapt quite quickly to an indoor lifestyle, while cats used to roaming will take a little more time and training.

Often gradually increasing their time indoors will help to make the transition easier for your cat.

There are lots of ways to make indoors a fun and enriching place for your cat. Adding a few cat-friendly activities to our home will fulfill your cat’s natural instincts to search for food, play, as well as their climbing and clawing needs.

For tips and advice visit:

Is my cat allowed outdoors on my property?

Yes. Your cat is allowed outdoors, providing it remains within the boundaries of your property.

How can I keep my cat active outdoors?

For owners with an outdoor area, you can:

Will keeping my cat at home impact its mental health?

If a cat is kept active and given enrichment toys, then keeping your cat at home will have little effect on its mental health. As noted above, cats are still allowed outside, so long as they stay within your property boundary.

Indoor cats are less susceptible to disease and injury. A cat allowed to roam free has an average life expectancy of only three or four years, compared to 15 years or more for a cat kept at home (Animal Humane Society).

Reporting stray or nuisance cats

What do I do if a cat is wandering onto my property and causing a nuisance?

If you know the owner of the cat we encourage you to speak with them first. If the issue cannot be resolved and you wish to make a formal complaint, contact us.

If you feel uncomfortable about confronting a neighbour about their wandering pet, we have provided a printable resource for you to anonymously let them know about their cat's unwanted roaming.

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Can I request a cat trap?

If you have issues with cats trespassing contact us to address your concerns. Council Officers may provide a trap to assist in identifying the owner of the cat.

How can you tell the difference between a pet, stray or feral cat?

It’s important that pet cats are microchipped and registered so we can distinguish them from unowned cats and reunite them with their owner if they become lost. It is often hard to tell the difference between a pet, a stray, or a feral cat, as some pet cats will display different behaviours depending on their characteristics. Quite often stray and feral cats will disappear around people unless they have built up trust with that person.

How is the cat confinement order being applied by Council?

Our officers are acting on complaints from the community about roaming cats. Our aim is to educate owners and provide assistance on how to safely contain cats on their property.

Do other Councils have cat confinement?

A growing number of Victorian Councils have implemented, or are considering introducing, cat confinement laws. As of March 2024, the new regulations will bring Manningham in line with 38 of 79 Victorian councils that have some form of cat confinement in place. A further 16 councils are currently considering introducing cat confinement laws.

Is it legal for my neighbour or Council to trap my cat?

Yes. It is legal for someone to humanely trap a trespassing cat. If you know the owner of the cat, we encourage you to speak with them first. If the issue cannot be resolved and you wish to make a formal complaint, contact us.

Will confinement make any difference to overall levels of predation or to the threat of wildlife?

Cats are natural predators of native wildlife, whether they are owned or stray/feral.

Approximately 78 per cent of cats allowed to roam will hunt and this presents a major threat to our native animals. On average, each roaming, hunting pet cat kills more than three animals every week (Invasive Species Council 2023).

Most of the reports Wildlife Victoria receives are about wildlife injured by domestic dogs and cats, this is why it is important for all Manningham pet owners to exercise responsible pet ownership.

Containing your cat within the boundaries of your property (especially at a young age) will lower its natural predation and will assist in the protection of local wildlife.

What happens to cats that are captured?

If the cat is microchipped and/or registered with Council we will make all necessary attempts to reunite the cat with its owner. If the owner of a cat can’t be identified or contacted, it will be transferred to the Manningham Pound where it will undergo a health and behavioural assessment to determine suitability for adoption.

When was the cat confinement order implemented?

The order began 1 April 2024 with an evaluation period scheduled for December 2025.

The decision was guided by feedback provided at our Domestic Animal Management Plan consultation, community consultation, reports about nuisance cats, reports of environmental impacts of cats in parks and reserves, and reports of attacks on wildlife.

Registration

How do I register my cat?

You can register your cat online.

Will the cost of cat registration be reduced?

As part of the animal registration process there are reduced fees for desexed animals as well as if the owner is entitled to concession.

If my cat is made to be indoors 24 hours a day, will I still need to register them?

Yes. All cats over the age of three months are required to be registered under state law. If your cat escapes your property, then these fees will assist in returning your cat to you. Registering your pets helps Council reunite you with your pet as Council will be able to quickly trace them back to you.

Useful links

Low-cost desexing

The National Desexing Network (NDN) is a referral system giving pet owners in financial need access to low-cost desexing.

Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP)

The DAMP was informed by extensive community consultation and adopted by Council in May 2022.

Registering your pet lets you reunite with them quickly if they ever get lost.

Safe Cat, Safe Wildlife

Advice, tips, and tools to help you transition your cat to a safer and happier life at home.

RSPCA Rethink Roaming

See the risks in your area and learn how to keep your cat safe.

Home Harvest - Bush Tucker and Bush Foods in a Habitat Garden

… Habitat Garden Environment and sustainability Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that … will cover: the best bush food plants for gardens in Manningham which plants to pot vs those to plant in the … sustainability at home, in the community and at work. Manningham Function Centre Home Harvest Environment and …

Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.

Karen Sutherland has a lifelong passion for growing her own food. In this seminar Karen will share with you her expertise in incorporating a bush tucker garden at your place.

This session will cover:

the best bush food plants for gardens in Manningham
which plants to pot vs those to plant in the ground
basic growing information
the basics of harvesting bush 'tucker'
simple uses for both fresh and dried plants.

Start your passion for native edibles such as lemon and cinnamon myrtle, native thyme and sage, peppers, mints, fruits and berries.

Food swap from 6.45pm, session starts at 7.00pm.

Registration is recommended but not required.

This event is part of our Inspired Living Series. This series showcases an exciting range of fun and sustainable activities and events for all ages, supporting sustainability at home, in the community and at work.

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Drainage projects design and construction

… We’re undertaking drainage works and upgrades across Manningham to reduce flood risk. We prioritise drainage works … major road projects or large-scale developments across Manningham. Find out about the latest drainage projects in Manningham . Flood and stormwater management We’ve …

Improving drainage and flood mitigation

We’re undertaking drainage works and upgrades across Manningham to reduce flood risk.

We prioritise drainage works by considering:

knowledge of local flooding and relative impacts compared with other locations
the scale of the required works
asset condition records and maintenance history
community feedback
the timing of other proposed works, including roadworks.

Project timeframes may be impacted by various factors like major road projects or large-scale developments across Manningham.

Find out about the latest drainage projects in Manningham.

Flood and stormwater management

We’ve partnered with Melbourne Water to undertake flood mapping for Manningham, to better understand flood risk.

This work will assist flood management by:

improving understanding of the frequency, severity and location of flood risks within catchments
assisting Council to better plan and prioritise mitigation activities
helping to plan for future development
building community awareness of flood risk
informing emergency management planning.

The Manningham Flood Mapping Project will also inform the development of Manningham Council’s Integrated Water Management Strategy.

This strategy will review flooding and stormwater management risks and respond to emerging challenges, including:

population growth
development pressure
climate change and associated increasing flood and drought risk.

Find out more.

A new Stormwater Management Strategy for Manningham

We’re developing a Stormwater Management Strategy to help identify, manage and reduce flood risk to people, property, infrastructure and the environment.

The Strategy will guide our planning and investment in the long-term Capital Works Program to support a healthy, safe and resilient community.

Our responsibilities under the Road Management Plan

We manage local roads, while the Department of Transport and Planning manage arterial roads and freeways. However, not all infrastructure within the road reserve on local roads is managed by us.

For example:

Property owners are responsible for maintaining vehicle crossovers and nature strips.
Utility providers manage their infrastructure (e.g. water, gas, electricity).

How we maintain our roads

We use a four-tier inspection system:

Reactive inspections: we respond to community requests.
Proactive inspections: we schedule inspections based on road hierarchy.
Condition assessments: we evaluate the long-term health of assets.
Emergency works: we provide immediate responses to urgent hazards.

Maintenance is prioritised based on risk, usage, and available resources. Temporary measures may be used to mitigate risks until permanent repairs are completed.

Road Management Plan 2025-2029

Road Management Plan 2025-2029

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All business permits and fees

… all permits and fees related to business Apply Businesses Manningham Business … All business permits and fees …

Below is a list of all common permits and fees related to your business. Permits often need to be renewed annually as regulations and your business activities change.

Prices current as of 1 July 2024. Prices are subject to change.

Food businesses

If you plan to sell food within our community there are a range of regulations you need to be aware of. A food business registration ensures that you have met these essential requirements and are needed before you start trading.

Pre-approval (floor plan) fees	Cost
Commercial food businesses
Standard food business	Risk 1 and 2: $270 Risk 3: $260 Risk 4: No fee
Food business (>20 staff)	Risk 2: $340 Risk 3: $260 Risk 4: No fee
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).	Risk 2: $220 Risk 3: $220 Risk 4: No fee
Home based food businesses
Standard food business	Risk 2: $270 Risk 3: $260 Risk 4: No fee

Registration fees	Cost
Commercial food businesses
Non Standard Food Safety Program (FSP)	Risk 1: $560 Risk 2: $490
Standard food business	Risk 1: $910 Risk 2: $600 Risk 3: $390 Risk 4: No fee
Food Business (>20 staff)	Risk 2: $1200
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).	Risk 2: $260 Risk 3: $240
Home based food businesses
Home based food business	Risk 2: $600 Risk 3: $390 Risk 4: No fee
Temporary food business
Business, Company or Sole Trader	Risk 2: $250 Risk 3: $230 Risk 4: No fee
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).	Risk 2: No fee Risk 3: No fee Risk 4: No fee
Mobile food business/ food vehicle registration
Business, Company or Sole Trader	Risk 2: $575 Risk 3: $380 Risk 4: No fee
Community group, not for Profit or Charity Organisation You must meet requirements set out by Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).	Risk 2: $240 Risk 3: $220 Risk 4: No fee

Pre-sale inspection fees (vendor's report)
Commercial food business
All food businesses	Risk 1 and 2: $300 Risk 2 (>20 staff): $360 Risk 3: $300

Footpath trading permits

Use our shared spaces to safely show off your wares, meet and greet your customers and provides a welcoming entry to your shop. A footpath trading permit allows you to have items such as tables and chairs, planter boxes and other decorative items.

Permit type	Cost
Footpath permit application	Contact us
Renew footpath permit application	Contact us

Parking permits

Parking permits help make sharing parking spaces easier for you and your customers. Whether its a big delivery or sale day, parking permits keep it fair for everyone.

Permit type	Cost
Traders parking permit	Contact us
Accessible parking permit	Contact us

Building and planning permits

You may want to upgrade your shop or expand out the back. You will need the right permits in place before works begin. Find out what property and development permits you need.

Health and beauty businesses

For health or beauty business registrations.

Pre-approval (floor plan) fees	Cost
All activities (High, Medium, Low risk)	$270

Registration fees	Cost
High, medium to low risk	$390 to $525
Medium to low risk	$355 to $425
Low risk	$220

Pre-sale inspection fees (vendor's report)	Cost
All activities (High, Medium, Low risk)	$270

Transfer of business fees	Cost
High, medium to low risk	$195 to $262
Medium to low risk	$182.50 to $210
Low risk	$220

Accommodation businesses

For prescribed accommodation business registrations.

Pre-approval (floor plan) fees	Cost
< 20 beds	$250
20 to 40 beds	$270
> 40 beds	$290

Registration fees	Cost
< 20 beds	$315
20 to 40 beds	$420
> 40 beds	$540

Pre-sale inspection fees (vendor's report)	Cost
< 20 beds	$230
20 to 40 beds	$250
> 40 beds	$270

Transfer of business fees	Cost
< 20 beds	$157.50
20 to 40 beds	$207.50
> 40 beds	$269.80

Events, arts and recreation permits

Permit type	Cost
Busking permit	Contact us
Filming permit	Contact us
Organising an event permit	Contact us

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Real estate signage

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Home Harvest - Essential garden infrastructure for a thriving food garden

… food garden Environment and sustainability Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that … sustainability at home, in the community and at work. Manningham Function Centre Home Harvest Environment and …

Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.

Join urban food garden specialist Kat Lavers from The Plummery as she discusses garden tools and infrastructure.

The session will cover:

alternatives to pots
stakes
shade cloth
nets
buckets
ties
and what to look out for in hard rubbish, skips and op shops.

Kat will also cover which tools are worth investing a few dollars in, and how to look after them.

Food swap from 6.45pm, session starts at 7.00pm.

Registration is recommended but not required.

This event is part of our Inspired Living Series. This series showcases an exciting range of fun and sustainable activities and events for all ages, supporting sustainability at home, in the community and at work.

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Home Harvest - Getting ready for the summer harvest - part 1

… - part 1 Environment and sustainability Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that … sustainability at home, in the community and at work. Manningham Function Centre Home Harvest Environment and …

Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.

In this comprehensive program, Sustainable Gardening Australia will cover everything you need to know about preparing your garden (in Spring) for a bumper summer harvest.

Part one will cover planning, preparing, and growing your garden organically.

Topics include:

what does growing organically mean
designing your summer organic garden
soil management and amendment
organic fertilizers
integrated pest management
composting and worm farms.

Food swap from 6.45pm, session starts at 7.00pm.

This event is part of our Inspired Living Series. This series showcases an exciting range of fun and sustainable activities and events for all ages, supporting sustainability at home, in the community and at work.

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Home Harvest - Getting ready for the summer harvest - part 2

… - part 2 Environment and sustainability Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that … sustainability at home, in the community and at work. Manningham Function Centre Home Harvest Environment and …

Home Harvest Manningham is a monthly home gardening seminar series that will teach you how to grow your own delicious fresh food at home.

In this comprehensive program, Sustainable Gardening Australia will cover everything you need to know about preparing your garden (in Spring) for a bumper summer harvest.

Part 2 will cover:

garden maintenance and preparation
selecting what to plant and when to plant it
summer veggies in pots
mulching
smart watering and managing hot weather
introducing sustainable ways to improve productivity
starting with seeds and seedlings
tips for sustainably avoiding and managing pests and diseases
feeding the soil and summer crops.

Food swap from 6.45pm, session starts at 7.00pm.

This event is part of our Inspired Living Series. This series showcases an exciting range of fun and sustainable activities and events for all ages, supporting sustainability at home, in the community and at work.

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Let's Crochet Together

… Seniors Let's Crochet Together offers senior residents of Manningham an enjoyable and practical crochet session, with a … is free of charge for older adults aged 65 and above from Manningham. Spots are limited and fill up quickly, … Together is organised by CASS Care and supported by Manningham Council’s Community Grants Program. Lower …

Let's Crochet Together offers senior residents of Manningham an enjoyable and practical crochet session, with a special focus on those from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.

Participants will not only acquire basic crochet skills, but also have the opportunity to build new community connections.

Refreshments will be provided, and each participant will receive a complimentary crochet kit.

Please note: this event will be conducted in Cantonese.

This event is free of charge for older adults aged 65 and above from Manningham. Spots are limited and fill up quickly, registrations essential.

Let's Crochet Together is organised by CASS Care and supported by Manningham Council’s Community Grants Program.

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Find your Maternal and Child Health Centre

… Lower Maternal and Child Health Centre 293-297 Manningham Road, Templestowe Lower VIC 3108 Deep Creek …

If your child is unwell, call your local GP or 000 (triple zero) if a life threatening emergency. If you need to speak to a nurse outside our hours, please call the free, 24 hour Maternal and Child Health Line on 13 22 29.

Find out which MCH centre is allocated to you

To find out which MCH centre is allocated to you, please enter your address

Your MCH centre is:

View centre for opening hours and how to get there

Our MCH Centres

Doncaster Maternal and Child Health Centre

687 Doncaster Road, Doncaster VIC 3108

Templestowe Lower Maternal and Child Health Centre

293-297 Manningham Road, Templestowe Lower VIC 3108

Deep Creek Maternal and Child Health Centre

510-518 Blackburn Road, Doncaster East VIC 3108

Tunstall Maternal and Child Health Centre

77 Tunstall Rd (corner of Maggs Street and Russell Crescent), Doncaster East VIC 3108

Find your Maternal and Child Health Centre

Kids and Family

Soft plastics recycling

… Soft plastics can once again be recycled in Manningham as part of a new trial at Woolworths …

Soft plastics can once again be recycled in Manningham as part of a new trial at Woolworths supermarkets.

What is soft plastic?

Soft plastic is a flexible plastic which is easily scrunched into the ball of your hand.

How to recycle your soft plastics

Collect your soft plastics for recycling

Make sure your soft plastic is clean and dry
Find a designated bin at the front of your local Woolworths store.
In Manningham, locations include:
A full list of stores participating in the trial is available on the Woolworths website.
These materials are transported to local recycling facilities

The soft plastic is processed into products like shopping trolleys, park furniture and road additives.

Eligible soft plastics

plastic bags
zip lock bags
cling wrap
bread bags
chip packets
cereal liners
yoghurt pouches
baby food pouches
pet food pouches.

Find out how to correctly dispose of your waste items using this handy A to Z guide.

About soft plastic recycling

Do I need to clean the plastics?

You do not need wash the Items but make sure your soft plastic waste is free from food or other materials.

Are coloured or printed plastics okay?

Yes, both coloured and printed soft plastics are welcome.

Do I need to remove stickers or labels?

Soft plastics with a small amount of paper stickers are acceptable and do not need to be removed.

How much can I bring?

This service is for household quantities only. The Soft Plastic Recycling bins do not have capacity for bulk or commercial drop-offs.

What happens to the plastics after I drop them off?

The soft plastics will be processed by APR Plastics into a liquid form to be reused in creating new plastic products or fuels.

How often are the bins emptied?

Soft plastics are collected from each drop-off site several times a week.

Interpreter service

Communicate with us through the Interpreter service if you do not speak or understand English.