Kerbside Recycling Collection
Recycling is one of the simplest ways to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill.
The more we recycle properly, the less we send to landfill - which helps manage costs and is better for the environment.
How the service works
Council provides a fortnightly kerbside recycling service (yellow lid bin) to eligible addresses. This service is delivered by a contractor - Veolia Environmental Services. Your recycling is then taken to a sorting facility, where materials are separated and prepared for reuse.
Find your collection day using the interactive map: nwrrr.com.au/map
How much does this service cost me?
If your property receives a kerbside collection service, you pay for it through the waste charges in your rates.
Learn more about Waste Costs – What You Pay and Why.
What you need to do
Using your recycling bin correctly makes a big difference.
- Put accepted recyclable items in your yellow lid bin
- Keep items clean and loose (not bagged)
- Make sure your bin lid can close properly
- Put your bin out the night before collection
Not sure what goes in your bin? Download the A-Z Guide
Other recycling options
If you have extra recycling or items that can’t go in your kerbside bins, there are other recycling options available across Circular Head.
- White Hills Waste Transfer Station
- Recycling Rewards – Reverse Vending Machine - eligible drink containers made from glass, plastic, aluminium, steel and cartons can be returned for a 10-cent refund.
- Other Recycling Near You – for information on recycling other household items.
FAQs
If you would like extra capacity, you can opt in for an additional recycling bin (collected fortnightly, like your existing bin). The cost is added to your rates and includes supply of the extra bin. To arrange this, call Council on (03) 6452 4800.
Recycling is collected fortnightly across Circular Head. Check the collection calendar or map for your exact day.
Contact Council at (03) 6452 4800.
Yes — the White Hills Transfer Station accepts separated recyclables (cardboard, glass, metals, e‑waste, chemical containers, oils, etc.) free of charge.
The Recycling Near You website shows where to take items like batteries, soft plastics, or e-waste. Visit the Rethink Waste program online for tips on how to reduce, reuse, and recycle more effectively.
Want to learn more?
The Rethink Waste program helps our community to reduce, reuse and recycle more effectively. Visit Rethink Waste for tips and resources.
Bin Questions?
For General Waste information call Council on (03) 6452 4800.
For Recycling & FOGO information call North West Resource Recovery & Recycling (NWRRR) on (03) 6427 4646