Asbestos is a deadly material and inhalation of asbestos fibres has been proven to cause asbestosis, mesothelioma and cancer.
Because of the dangers associated with the handling of asbestos, its safe removal and disposal is very important.
Small quantities of asbestos from clean up around residential properties
It is common for householders to discover pieces of asbestos cement around or under their home.
Bagged Asbestos can be disposed of at any of our sites that have asbestos bins:
Bermagui, Eden or Merimbula
Bags can be pre-purchased at all waste facilities and Councils main office in Bega. There is no limit to the amount of bags purchased or disposed of.
Do Not:
- Put asbestos in your wheelie bins
- Mix asbestos with other types of waste and take to the tip
- Conceal asbestos in waste loads taken to the tip
- Bury asbestos on your land
Sheet Asbestos should not be broken up to fit in bags. It can be taken directly to the Central Waste Facility. All loads must be appropriately wrapped.
Commercial quantities of asbestos from building and demolition sites
- In Bega Valley Shire commercial quantities of asbestos, that is >0.25 cubic metres, must be disposed of by appointment. The cost is per tonne and is listed in the fees and charges section. Council's Disposal of Asbestos form must be submitted prior to disposal.
- A Disposal of Asbestos form must be completed prior to making payment. Payments may be made at the time of disposal.
- Disposal of waste is controlled by NSW Environmental Protection Authority guidelines.
- All loads of asbestos greater than 100kg or 10m3 for sheet asbestos must be recorded using the EPA’s Integrated Waste Tracking Solution program.