Waste and Recycling

Tyre recycling

We value waste reduction and recycling across the Balonne Shire and have a range of collections and drop-off points to manage our waste responsibly.

General Waste & Recycling Bin Collection Schedule

Waste Drop Off Points

Waste drop-off points

Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan

General Waste & Recycling Guidelines

What can go in your general waste bin?

What can't go in your general waste bin?

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Domestic Bin Replacement

New bins can be ordered from Balonne Shire Council. To order, call Council on 4620 8888.

Request for Removal/New or Additional Waste Services(PDF, 186KB)

2025 Hard Rubbish Kerbside Collection

To assist local residents to dispose of larger items, Council will be holding a Hard Rubbish Kerbside Collection from 7 April in the following towns:

  • Bollon
  • Dirranbandi
  • St George
  • Thallon

All hard rubbish must be kerbside before 6:00am Monday 7 April.

GENERAL GUIDELINES:

  • Keep piles tidy, footpaths and roadways clear
  • Do not leave sharp or dangerous objects on the footpath
  • Except for furniture and whitegoods, items must be less than 30kg and 1.5m length
  • Ineligible items will not be collected

ACCEPTABLE ITEMS:

  • Bath and laundry tubs
  • Bicycles and sporting equipment
  • Carpet and rugs
  • Electronic waste* (e.g. televisions and computers)
  • Furniture & white goods (e.g. fridges & stoves) - remove doors
  • Small household appliances (e.g. fans and toasters)
  • Steel lengths less than 1.5 metres

* Remember to delete data from your electronic devices such as mobile phones, tablets and laptops before disposing of them to help prevent theft of your personal information (known as 'identity theft'). Contact the manufacturer for advice on erasing data and personal information from your device.

UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS:

  • Garden or green waste
  • Bricks and concrete
  • Commercial builders waste
  • Car parts and tyres
  • Dirt and stones
  • Batteries of any kind
  • Gas bottles
  • General household waste
  • Glass and mirrors
  • Hazardous wastes (eg. chemicals, oil, asbestos)
  • Liquids
  • Bean bags and filling