In order to help us maximise recycling, residents and businesses are encouraged to sort your load before visiting the waste facility.
Click here for FREE recycling initiatives available at your local waste facility
The below table highlights the waste disposal categories, where they are accepted, and if they are a chargeable item or free for disposal.
Please refer next page for >> items to declare
Why do I need to declare my load / certain items in my load?
Declaring your load helps ensure health and safety for yourself, other waste facility customers, council staff and the environment.
This makes sure that the waste is able to be sorted, processed and handled for safe disposal and/or recovery.
Majority of these items are FREE for disposal at >> Council Waste Facilities
Waste generated outside of BRC region
Some waste disposal items are not accepted if generated outside the Bundaberg Regional Council area:
- asbestos and materials containing asbestos
- regulated wastes - category 1 and 2
- controlled authorised materials (wet) e.g. foundry sands, dusty loads
- some contaminated soils
Authorised Disposals
The below waste types require prior authorisation before disposal at Bundaberg Region Council operated waste facilities.
- Asbestos - load greater than 10m3
- Bio-security waste - loads greater than 10m3
- Contaminated soil or waste - must have testing provided before acceptance
- Special burial requests - requiring certificate of disposal
Authorised disposal application form
Waste tracking - commercial operators
The following regulated waste items require waste tracking if transported and disposed of by a business or commercial operator:
- asbestos or asbestos contaminated soils and materials
- food processing wastes
- lead acid batteries
- tyres
Click here for further information on >> waste tracking obligations.
Please make sure to declare the below items when visiting your local waste facility - either disposing of separately or part of a load.
These items are separated for safe disposal, diversion and / or recovery for recycling
Majority of these items are FREE for disposal at Council's Waste Facilities
Batteries
Batteries can be recycled at all Council waste facilities. Batteries are the leading cause of fire in garbage trucks and landfill.
Do not place batteries in your kerbside bin.
Battery disposal and recycling guide
eWaste (electronic waste)
eWaste (electronic waste) is accepted for recycling at all Councils waste facilities.
If it has a plug it's free to recycle!
eWaste recycling guide
Fridge, freezer and air conditioners
Fridges, freezers and air conditioners are accepted free for disposal at all council waste facilities.
Please remove any unwanted food items from your fridge or freezer to avoid disposal fees.
Gas bottles
Most gas bottles are accepted for disposal at a number of our waste facilities. LPG gas bottles must be empty prior to disposal.
Gas bottles not accepted:
- Acetylene welding gas bottles
- BOC labelled gas bottles
Mattresses
Domestic mattresses are accepted free for disposal at all Councils waste facilities.
Oils and liquids
Waste oils are accepted for disposal at a number of Councils waste facilities. This includes engine and cooking oils.
Fuel is not accepted at any Council waste facility.
What is a customer load inspection?
The State Government requires Council to ensure loads are accurately declared.
Load inspection process
You may be required to:
- Park in a designated area for inspection
- Identify the load
- Display your ticket
Attendants may:
- Ask questions about the type and volume of waste
- Record a vehicle registration
- Take photos of the load
- Require you to return to the gatehouse for correct payment if required
Your cooperation and patience with this process is appreciated.
NOTE: Unacceptable behaviour (threats, swearing, violence) towards our staff or customers will be reported to local police.