Got old batteries or rechargeable devices sitting in a drawer? It’s time to recycle them properly and keep our community safe!

Quick action by the Kiama Council driver and the RFS contained this recent fire, which was caused by the improper disposal of lithium batteries.

Instead of tossing them in your household bin - where they can cause fires and harm the environment - drop them off at the Kiama Community Recycling Centre.

📍 Location: 446 Riverside Dr, Minnamurra NSW 2533

🕗 Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8am – 4pm

This simple action makes a big difference. Batteries contain harmful chemicals that can leak into the environment if not disposed of correctly. By recycling them at the Kiama Community Recycling Centre, you’re helping to reduce waste and protect our local ecosystem.

Making responsible recycling easy

We know that habits stick when they’re simple, visible, and part of a shared effort. That’s why the best way to encourage responsible recycling is to make it easy and normal.

✔ Clear action - Just drop them off, no fuss.

✔ Community effort - When we all do our part, it becomes second nature.

✔ A safer Kiama - Keeping batteries out of household bins reduces fire risks.

Why not make battery recycling part of your routine? Next time you’re heading out, take a moment to check if you have any old batteries to drop off. It’s a small step that adds up to a big impact for Kiama!

For everything you need to know visit the Correctly Disposing of Batteries: A Guide for Kiama Residents here 

Let’s keep our community clean, safe, and sustainable - recycle responsibly.