Two Wells Resource Recovery Centre
Dispose your hard waste at our Resource Recovery Centre in Two Wells. Our Resource Recovery Centre is licensed to accept some types of waste, but not all. Please check that we can accept your waste before arriving.
We do not accept commercial quantities of any waste.
On this page: Items we accept / Fees / Items we do not accept / Visit us / Other resources
Items we accept
We can accept many types of hard waste. Some items are free to dispose of and some items may incur a fee – either per item, or by the amount.
If your type of waste is not listed below and you are unsure, please contact us to check before arriving.
Items that are free to dispose of
Please keep these items separate from your other waste.
- Cardboard and paper
- Car batteries (domestic quantities)
- Engine oil (domestic quantities)
- E-waste (household items including TVs, computers and accessories, printers, DVD players)
- Scrap steel
Items we accept that incur a fee
We charge a fee for hard waste disposal based on the total amount of waste. Some items incur a fee separate to this, like mattresses or tyres.
You can pay by cash or card.
Green waste can be disposed of at our facility. Please make sure it is not mixed with other types of waste. Green waste only is charged at 50% of the general charge.
General household furniture can be disposed of.
Mattresses are charged separately to other waste items. We do not accept large quantities of mattresses at one time.
Latex mattresses are, unfortunately, not recyclable and are charged as general waste.
Contact Distribution 360 to dispose of large amounts of mattresses.
Tyres are charged separately to other waste items. Dirty tyres and tyres on rims incur extra charges.
Fees
There is a fee charged to dispose of some items as it costs us to manage the waste. These prices are updated each year in our Schedule of Fees & Charges.
| Fees & Charges | Unit | GST Applies | |
| Waste Disposal | |||
| Two Wells & Mallala Refuse Station (For concessions see Note 5 and Note 6) | |||
| E-Waste | No Charge | N/A | N/A |
| Engine oil, batteries | No Charge | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural chemical drums (comply with drum muster regulation) | No Charge | N/A | N/A |
| Scrap Steel (clean) and Card board | No Charge | N/A | N/A |
| Car Boot | $40.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Station Wagon | $50.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Wheelie Bin MGB | $15.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Small Trailer (6x4, 7x4) level to standard sides | $70.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Small Trailer (6x4, 7x4) with raised sides | $105.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Small Trailer 7x5 level to standard sides | $105.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Small Trailer 7x5 raised or caged sides | $140.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Ute/Van | $105.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Ute with raised sides | $115.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Large Trailer (8x4, 8x5) level to standard sides (No Concessions apply) | $130.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Large Trailer (8x4, 8x5) with raised sides (No Concessions apply) | $170.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Large Trailer (10x5) level to standard sides (No Concessions apply) | $150.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Large Trailer (10x5) with raised sides (No Concessions apply) | $200.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Large Trailer (10x6 and over) level to standard sides (No Concessions apply) | $230.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Large Trailer (10x6 and over) with raised sides (No Concessions apply) | $310.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Light truck up to 2 tonne with Standard Sides (No Concessions apply) | $310.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Light truck up to 2 tonne with raised sides (No Concessions apply) | $310.00 | Per Load | Yes |
| Mattress - all sizes (No Concessions apply) | $45.00 | Per Mattress | Yes |
| Tyre Disposal (at Refuse Stations only) - ON RIM - No Concessions apply | |||
| Car | $20.00 | Per Tyre | Yes |
| Light Truck | $35.00 | Per Tyre | Yes |
| Truck | $70.00 | Per Tyre | Yes |
| Tractor | Not offered | Per Tyre | Yes |
| Tyre Disposal (at Refuse Stations only) - OFF RIM - No Concessions apply | |||
| Car | $20.00 | Per Tyre | Yes |
| Light Truck | $20.00 | Per Tyre | Yes |
| Truck | $70.00 | Per Tyre | Yes |
| Tractor | Not Offered | Per Tyre | Yes |
Note 5: Concession card with proof of residence - General Waste Discount 40%, Green Waste Discount 50%
Note 6: Transfer Station Concession Cards Accepted - Centrelink Health Care Card, Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, Low Income Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card, Seniors Card, Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) Gold Card.
Items we do not accept
There are some items that cannot be put in a yellow, red, or green bin, and not all of them can be processed at our Recovery Centre.
Asbestos was banned in Australia from 31 December 2003. Disposing of asbestos products must be conducted in line with legislation – to remove asbestos you need special training and a licence.
Visit B-cycle for your nearest battery drop-off.
Small dead animals like mice, birds, or rats can be placed in the green bin if you have one. We suggest contacting your local vet for advice for other small animals or pets.
The EPA provides guidance on disposing of farm animals like horses, cows, pigs, goats, or sheep.
As at 1 July 2024, engineered stone is banned. We do not accept the discarded products or slurry/dust from grinding or polishing.
Gas bottles are hazardous waste and must be taken to a safe disposal service.
To recycle your cooking oil, collect it in a container and search Which Bin SAyou’re your nearest drop off point.
You can bring your full sharps container to your nearest Council office and we will dispose of it safely.
If you find a needle on public land, please do not pick it up yourself. Contact us to organise its safe removal.
If you have an unwanted vehicle, it is best to contact your nearest car wrecker, dismantler or scrap metal dealer.
If you suspect a car has been abandoned, please report it to us.
We kindly ask that you treat our staff with respect and patience when contacting our team.
Adelaide Plains Council is committed to creating a welcoming and respectful environment for our community and our staff. We value each interaction and strive to provide the best possible service with professionalism, care and courtesy. In order to maintain this positive atmosphere, we kindly ask that all customers treat our staff with respect and patience. Our team members are here to help, and we believe that mutual respect goes a long way in making everyone’s experience more enjoyable and productive.
Aggressive behaviour, abusive language, or any form of harassment toward our staff will not be tolerated under any circumstances. We understand that concerns or frustrations may arise, and we are more than willing to work with you to find a solution respectfully and constructively. Let’s work together to ensure our space remains safe, respectful, and positive for all. Thank you for being a valued part of our community.
Last updated 16 October 2025