Melbourne Metropolitan Waste Disposal Network
Melbourne's 5.2 million residents are served by an extensive network of transfer stations and recycling facilities across the metropolitan area. The city processes over 5 million tonnes of waste annually through state-of-the-art facilities.
Victoria's waste management infrastructure includes major facilities in Tullamarine, Werribee, and Dandenong, providing comprehensive coverage for all metropolitan councils from Mornington Peninsula to Whittlesea.
Melbourne leads Australia in waste innovation, with several facilities incorporating advanced sorting technologies and resource recovery systems that achieve some of the highest diversion rates in the country.
Major Melbourne Waste Facilities
- •Melbourne Regional Waste Centre Tullamarine - Northern suburbs
- •Werribee Resource Recovery Centre - Western Melbourne
- •Dandenong Transfer Station - South-eastern coverage
- •Bayswater Transfer Station - Eastern suburbs
- •Clayton Transfer Station - Inner southeastern suburbs
Melbourne Recycling Services
- •REDcycle plastic bag recycling at Coles and Woolworths
- •Mobile Muster phone recycling at Australia Post outlets
- •Paint recycling through Paintback program locations
- •Battery recycling bins at Bunnings and council offices
- •Mattress recycling services at selected transfer stations
Popular Locations in Melbourne
View All on MapEastern Creek Resource Recovery Park
Resource RecoveryRooty Hill Road South, Eastern Creek NSW 2766
📞 (02) 9833 8300
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Kemps Creek Resource Recovery Park
Transfer Station1854 Elizabeth Drive, Kemps Creek NSW 2178
📞 (02) 9714 7111
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Lucas Heights Resource Recovery Park
Resource RecoveryNew Illawarra Road, Lucas Heights NSW 2234
📞 (02) 9710 0300
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Belrose Resource Recovery Centre
Recycling CentreJackson Road, Belrose NSW 2085
📞 (02) 9450 8100
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Thornleigh Resource Recovery Park
Transfer StationPennant Hills Road, Thornleigh NSW 2120
📞 (02) 9847 6666
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Chullora Resource Recovery Park
Resource RecoveryRookwood Road, Chullora NSW 2190
📞 (02) 9644 7000
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Waste Disposal in Melbourne - What You Need to Know
Operating Hours
Most Melbourne rubbish tips operate Monday to Saturday, with limited Sunday hours. Always check specific facility hours before visiting.
Typical Fees
- • Car load: $12-25
- • Trailer load: $25-50
- • Green waste: Often free or low cost
What to Bring
- • Proof of residency (rates notice)
- • Cash for fees
- • Safety equipment (gloves, closed shoes)
Before You Go
- • Sort materials by type
- • Check facility accepts your waste
- • Secure your load properly
Ready to Find Your Nearest Tip?
Use our interactive map to locate the closest rubbish tip or recycling centre in Melbourne, complete with directions and facility details.
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