Container types

The table below lists common names for typical waste containers.

The name field is intended to be read by citizens.

name reference name machine name description image
box Box box 55-60L box typically for certain recycling streams. img
communal bin Communal wheeled bin communal_bin Large bin with 4 wheels.  
carrier bag Carrier bag carrier_bag Usually provided by householders.  
inner caddy Inner caddy inner_caddy Insert that sits inside a larger bin.  
kerbside caddy Kerbside caddy (approx 60 litres) caddy A larger caddy with a lockable handle for food waste. img
kitchen caddy Kitchen caddy (approx. 7 litres) caddy A small box with a handle typically for food waste. img
sack Non-reusable sack sack Loose disposable bag. img
reusable sack Reusable sack reusable_sack Loose reusable sack. img
triple box stack Triple box stack triple_box_stack Three boxes with flaps stacked on a wheeled frame.  
wheelie bin Wheeled bin wheelie_bin A tall plastic bin with 2 wheels. img
tub Tub tub A plastic tub for clinical waste, typically yellow.  

Notes:

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