Community Recycling Centre (CRC)
Got old batteries, paint or gas bottles that you can’t put in your household bin? Our brand-new Community Recycling Centre (CRC) is making it easier to recycle. Bring your problem waste to our free, permanent drop-off spot in North Parramatta. Together we can keep our city clean, safe, and green.
By using the CRC, you’ll make sure your unwanted items are recycled or disposed of the right way. That means less landfill, more recycling and a healthier environment for everyone. Every visit helps conserve energy, reduce pollution, and protect valuable resources.
Location
104 Grose Street, North Parramatta 2151
Opening hours
| Tuesday to Friday |
8am to 4pm |
| Saturdays |
8am to 12pm |
| Sunday to Monday |
Closed |
| Public Holidays |
Closed |
Accepted materials
The CRC is for residents and visitors of the City of Parramatta and is not available for commercial use. Only small, household quantities are accepted, with a limit of 20 litres or 20 kilograms per EPA waste type, per day.
Residents of the City of Parramatta and non-residents can drop the following EPA items to the CRC:
Only residents of the City of Parramatta can drop the following items to the CRC:
Items and quantities guidelines
To help us safely manage materials, please review the accepted items categories and quantity limits before visiting.
Electronic waste (E-waste)
- Up to 5 electronic items per day.
- Accepted items include: Monitors, keyboards, mouse, cabling and power cords, televisions, video players, DVD players, gaming consoles, CD players / stereo systems, PC’s, laptops and mobile phones.
- Not accepted: Medical devices and products with in-built batteries known as ‘embedded batteries’. This includes electric toothbrushes, flashing/light up toys, powerpacks and portable charging devices, wearable devices such as smart watches and trackers remote controlled.
Polystyrene
- Up to 8 pieces per day of clean, white rigid polystyrene used for packaging.
- Must be polystyrene stamped #6 only.
- Accepted items include: Packaging blocks, white fruit and vegetable boxes and bean bag beads.
- Not accepted: Coloured or flexible foam, foam with sticky tape, meat trays or takeaway food containers.
Textiles
- Up to 1 shopping bag per day of washed and dried clothing or textiles that are at the end of their life.
- Accepted items include: Clothing no longer suitable to give to someone, such as t-shirts with holes, shirts with yellowed collars, odd socks, socks with holes, bras (please remove underwire if possible) and swimwear.
- Not accepted: Good-quality reusable clothing, cloth nappies, underwear (including underpants and boxer shorts), shoes, sheets, towels, cushions, bedding and raincoats.
Non-accepted materials
Common items that are not accepted in the Parramatta CRC are:
Please check our A-Z Guide to Waste and Recycling and Recycle Mate for a full list of items and disposal options.
General conditions of entry
- Some items are only recyclable for Parramatta LGA residents.
- Only household acceptable items are permitted to be dropped off.
- No items for commercial or retail use are permitted.
- Please ensure that you sort your items before arriving.
Frequently asked questions
Read our FAQs
Recycle Right Saturdays
Recycle Right Saturdays is a free, community pop-up event that gives City of Parramatta residents the opportunity to learn about local recycling programs and explore practical ways to give everyday items a second life.
Learn more about Recycle Right Saturdays
How to prepare for your visit
Sort your waste before you leave home
- Group your items by category (e.g., all batteries together, all paint cans together).
- Remove any non-recyclable packaging and ensure only accepted items are included.
- Sorting at home makes drop-off faster and safer for everyone.
Prepare and secure your items
- Make sure all lids are tightly sealed to prevent leaks or spills.
- Place items upright in sturdy containers or boxes.
- Store waste securely in your car boot to prevent tipping or breakage during transport.
- Protect your vehicle by using a tray or sheet under the items.
Visit frequently with smaller loads
- Regular, smaller drop-offs are safer and easier to manage than storing large amounts at home.
- Frequent visits help prevent illegal dumping and reduce household hazards.
To learn more about the Stage 2 works underway at the CRC, visit our Major Works - Community Recycling Centre page.
This project is proudly funded by the NSW Government and City of Parramatta.