Find my bin collection day

What you need to do

1. Work out your collection day

   • If you live in a house or small apartment block, you can enter your street address in the search bar or zoom into the map to find your collection day and download a collection day calendar.
   • If you live in an apartment, confirm your collection day with your building manager.
   • If you’re a building manager or caretaker of a larger or high-rise apartment building, please contact us to confirm your collection days. Your bins may be collected several times a week.
   • If you’re participating in the food scraps recycling service, check your food scraps (maroon lid) bin collection day in the table further down the page.

2. Prepare your bins for collection

   • Bins are emptied any time from 6am to 6pm on your collection day. 
   • Put bins out the night before collection day, to ensure they aren’t missed. Bins should be near the kerb, where they won’t block vehicles or people walking or riding.
   • Place all items in your bins. Extra rubbish, bags or other materials left next to the bin won’t be collected.
   • Don’t overfill your bin – make sure the lid closes easily. Overfilled bins are hard to empty and spilled litter attracts pests and vermin.
   • Don’t pack bins too tightly. Collection vehicles can’t pick up heavy bins.

3. Bring your bins in after collection and keep them in good condition

   • Bring bins back in within 24 hours of collection and store them on your property. 
   • Don’t leave your bins on the street between collections. Bins left on the street or footpath can be a safety hazard and create litter when accidentally knocked over. They’re also more likely to be damaged, stolen or lost.
   • Clean your bin regularly to remove any debris and liquid. This will help prevent odours, pests and vermin.
   • If your bin has cracks, missing wheels or a broken or missing lid, complete this form to organise a repair or replacement.