Hunter Resource Recovery

28/05/2026

G'day mates! Bazza here.

Quick one for ya — you've got an old t-shirt, a worn-out blanket, and a busted pair of thongs. 👕🛏️

Which one can go in the yellow bin? 🟡
Which one goes in the red bin? 🔴
And which one should NEVER go in either? 🚫

Drop your answers below 👇 and let's see how many REALcyclers we've got in the Hunter!

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27/05/2026

Spotted the REALcycling ad at HOYTS Green Hills, Reading Maitland, Event Glendale, Lake Cinema, HOYTS Charlestown or Reading Charlestown? 🎬❤️

Barry says hello from the big screen. But be quick — his cinematic run ends May 31!

He's been on a billboard before, but cinema is different.
He's already written his acceptance speech.
(It's three pages long. He thanked the bin behind Maccas. He cried. We all cried.)

Follow our page for more. That's REALcycling. Make sure your waste isn't wasted.

26/05/2026

Shredded paper doesn't belong in your kerbside recycling bin! 🚫
Those tiny pieces slip through sorting machines and contaminate everything else.
Better uses? Compost it 🌱 or pop it in as pet bedding 🐾
Small switch, big difference. That's REALcycling. 💚

20/05/2026

🔥 This could be a recycling truck near you. 🔥

Lithium batteries in your kerbside bin can combust — putting drivers at risk and writing off entire loads of recyclables.

Don't bin your e-waste. Drop batteries and electronics at your local Community Recycling Centre for free. 💚

📍 Find your nearest drop-off point:

♻️ Cessnock
https://www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au/Residents/Waste/Cessnock-Waste-Management-Centre/Visiting-the-Centre

♻️ Lake Macquarie
https://www.lakemac.com.au/Venues/Awaba-Waste-Management-Facility

https://www.lakemac.com.au/For-residents/Waste-and-recycling/Belmont-North-Community-Recycling-Centre

♻️ Maitland
https://www.maitland.nsw.gov.au/services/waste-recycling/using-maitland-waste-facility

♻️Singleton
https://www.singleton.nsw.gov.au/Live/Residents/Waste-and-Recycling/Singleton-Waste-Management-Facility

19/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Bethany Joanna Knight!

We were so proud to be part of the Cessnock City Council Mayoral Scholarship Program 2026 last week, and even prouder to present Bethany with a $2,500 scholarship to support her journey ahead.

Our very own Anna was on hand to help celebrate the occasion and present Bethany with her award — it was a wonderful afternoon recognising some truly inspiring young people from our community.

We love being part of events like this and are so grateful to support the next generation of talent right here in the Cessnok region. Bethany, we can't wait to see what you achieve! 💛

19/05/2026

That takeaway coffee cup? Not recyclable. The plastic lining ruins the process. General waste, Simply Cups at 7-Eleven, or BYO cup. That's REALcycling! 💚

15/05/2026

🗑️ Don't BIN your second chances!

So many items in your general waste bin could have had a whole new life. Sort it right and let's keep this REAL-cycling going! ♻️🦢

👇 Tag the mate who needs to hear this!

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13/05/2026

G'day mates, Bazza here! 🗑️😎

I've inspected more bins than your local council — and now I'm here to share the secrets. ♻️

Watch the vid and get the hot tips on REALcycling. Because sorting your bin shouldn't be hard yakka.

Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave your scraps!

09/05/2026

💐 Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mums out there! 💐

Today’s all about celebrating the legends who keep the wheels turning — raising families, looking out for everyone, and teaching us (whether we noticed or not) how to look after the world around us too.
From reusing containers instead of chucking them, making do, mending, and passing down good values along with good advice, mums show us that the best things in life aren’t throwaway. 🌱
This Mother’s Day, let’s thank Mum in ways that are thoughtful, meaningful, and a bit kinder to the planet — because looking after Mum and looking after the Earth go hand in hand. 💚

Eco gift ideas Mum might love:
♻️ A reusable coffee cup or water bottle
🌿 A potted plant or herbs for the kitchen
🕯️ Candles or skincare made from natural ingredients
🛍️ A handmade or upcycled gift with a story behind it
🧾 A shared experience instead of “stuff” — brunch, a walk, or time together

08/05/2026

31/12/2025

Happy New Year from the team at HRR.

All kerbside bin services for Thursday January 1st remain unchanged.