 Waste changes are here - help us to help you
Our household waste collections have changed, so put your waste out correctly to avoid a missed collection.
- Rubbish is collected every two weeks from your new wheeled bin, replacing weekly blue bag collections. Line your bin with any remaining blue bags
- Recycling is also collected every two weeks, on weeks when rubbish isn't collected, from the usual green bags with no limit on how many you put out
- Your food waste bin is still emptied weekly so make full use of that
Your collection day hasn't changed but some homes will start with a rubbish collection this week, while others will start with a recycling collection.
If you're unsure what to put out, check the calendar we posted or look up your address online.
Finally, remember to leave your waste at your property boundary the night before collection. On rubbish collection weeks, your black wheeled bin lid must be fully closed or it won’t be emptied.
Our crews report that most households put their waste out correctly for their first ever collections, so a huge thank-you to everyone for your support.
Bin deliveries nearing completion
We’re working to deliver the last few bins to a small number of homes who haven’t had one, and should finish by the end of this week – if not sooner.
If you’ve already reported a missed delivery, please don’t report it again unless it's urgent because you're due a rubbish collection very soon.
 Quick and easy access through e-billing
Switch to paperless billing today and you can access your information online at anytime and anywhere.
E-billing is faster and easier for you to pay your Council Tax online, by phone or by direct debit. This is our preferred method as it keeps costs down for you and us by reducing printing and postage.
It is simple, safe and you don’t have to remember to pay your bill each month, as payments are made automatically. Once you sign up, you will receive an email confirmation and a link to access your e-bills.
You will need your Council Tax account number and your email address to register.
Select 'register/sign in to your account' on the webpage by using button below, then on the new page select ‘register’ under under the ‘Access your Council Tax’ heading to start the process.
 Places Leisure plays Big Sister for girls
Places Leisure is offering free and discounted memberships at leisure centres across Wokingham Borough, as part of their award-winning Big Sister project.
The project aims to empower girls to stay active and engaged in sport and physical activity during puberty, a time when many typically fall out of love with exercise.
The offer is open to girls aged nine to 15 and includes:
- Weekly We Move Classes designed specifically for girls
- Unlimited gym use during junior gym hours
- Unlimited swimming
- Friendly on-site team to support you through your activity
- Free access to Places Leisure app and virtual studio, which includes a Big Sister channel
To sign up, visit your nearest leisure centre, where a member of the team can help get you started. Alternatively, you can submit your details via the online form.
 Nominate community heroes for Mayor’s Awards
Nominations for this year’s Mayor’s Honour Awards are now open and we want to hear about the people who make a difference to your community.
The awards are open to adults, children, young people and community groups, who work, live, study or provide services in Wokingham Borough. Each individual winner receives a lapel badge and certificate and group winners will receive a shield and certificate at a thank you event next year.
Borough Mayor Cllr Adrian Mather and Deputy Mayor Cllr Carol Jewell will select the winners from those nominated and announce them at full council meetings, which are usually held five times a year.
The deadlines for nominations are 1 September, 1 November and 1 January. Nominations should be no longer than 100 words and should set out why the nominee should be considered. The nominee’s full name and contact details should also be included.
If you know someone who deserves to be recognised, send us an email and let us know why they should be one of the lucky winners.
 Summer family fun for everyone
Don't miss out on the Summer Family Fun Day at Dinton Pastures Country Park. Admission is free, and there's no need to book.
Hosted by JL Events on Sunday 18 August, from 11am to 4pm, the fun day will offer a variety of family activities, including rides, bungee trampolines, face painting, as well as craft stalls and a great selection of food and drink.
One of the highlights will be a free meet and greet with Bluey and Rapunzel!
Parking is available at the main car park off Davis Street, where there will be signs to the event.
What you might have missed
- There’s still time to respond to the survey on potential future locations for the Royal Berkshire Hospital. They are looking at two sites, both in Wokingham Borough, at Thames Valley Park (end of the A329M) and Thames Valley Science Park (off the M4 near Shinfield)
- It's quick, free and easy to sign up for Love to Ride's annual Cycle September challenge, which we're supporting to help people travel more sustainably. All you have to do is register and start logging your trips – there’s a chance to win a £1,000 cash prize for early birds who register before 31 August
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