Melbourne East
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By Pedro Carreira
Updated 25 June 2026
City of Whitehorse
Local Council
up to 30%
Typical Savings
Burwood (VIC 3125) falls under the City of Whitehorse and is home to a diverse mix of businesses including education, retail, professional-services. Bundle Waste provides all 13 waste management services in Burwood, negotiating rates up to 30% below standard pricing.
City of Whitehorse — Commercial Waste Rules
Burwood falls under the City of Whitehorse local government area.
- General Waste: Council does not provide commercial waste collection. Commercial properties must contract licensed private waste operators.
- Recycling: No council recycling for commercial premises. Businesses must use private recycling operators. Whitehorse encourages business recycling through sustainability programs.
- Organics: FOGO available for residential properties. Commercial food and organic waste through private contractors only.
- Hard Waste: No commercial hard waste service. Residential ratepayers receive 1 free booked hard waste collection per year with an option to purchase additional collections.
Commercial premises must comply with EPA Victoria EP Act 2017. Box Hill is undergoing significant densification with major commercial and mixed-use developments. Council's Waste Management Strategy requires new multi-unit and commercial developments to include comprehensive waste management plans. Nunawading industrial area businesses must arrange appropriate trade waste management.
Key Industries in Burwood
Key industries operating in Burwood include:
- Education
- Retail
- Professional Services
- Healthcare
- Hospitality
Waste Challenges Specific to Burwood
Deakin University campus generates diverse waste including laboratory and food waste; Burwood Highway commercial strip has limited rear access; mix of educational and retail waste requires multiple stream management
Waste Collection Costs in Burwood
| Bin Size / Frequency | Price Range |
|---|
| 240L-weekly | $48-75/month |
| 660L-weekly | $85-160/month |
| 1100L-weekly | $125-225/month |
| 3m3-weekly | $260-420/month |
| 4.5m3-weekly | $350-540/month |
Prices are indicative Melbourne market rates. Bundle Waste typically negotiates up to 30% below these rates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price per tonne for different waste types in Melbourne?+
Waste disposal prices per tonne in Melbourne (2025–26): general waste $180–280, clean cardboard $0–50, commingled recycling $80–150, food organics $100–160, timber $80–140, clean fill $30–60, concrete $20–40, green waste $60–100, contaminated soil $150–400+.
What are the cheapest waste disposal options in Melbourne?+
Cheapest options: source-separated recycling ($0–80/tonne vs $180–280 for general waste), clean fill ($30–60/tonne), green waste composting ($60–100/tonne). Cardboard can earn rebates of $20–50/tonne at high volumes. Most expensive: hazardous waste ($500–2,000+/tonne) and clinical waste ($800–2,500/tonne).
How much does commercial waste collection cost in Melbourne?+
Commercial waste collection in Melbourne costs $35–65/month for a 240L bin collected weekly, $60–130 for a 660L bin, and $90–180 for a 1100L bin. The average Melbourne business spends $200–500/month across all waste streams. CBD locations pay 10–20% more due to access restrictions. Bundle Waste audits typically find up to 30% in savings.
How much does recycling collection cost compared to general waste?+
Recycling collection is typically 20–40% cheaper than general waste in Melbourne. A 240L recycling bin costs $25–45/month vs $35–65 for general waste. The difference is driven by the $169.79/tonne Victorian landfill levy applied to general waste but not recyclables. Businesses recycling over 50% of their waste can save $100–300/month.
What does a 1100L general waste bin cost per collection in Melbourne?+
A 1100L general waste bin costs $18–35 per collection in Melbourne, depending on frequency and location. Weekly collection runs $90–180/month, twice-weekly $160–320/month. CBD locations add 10–20% due to restricted access hours. The landfill levy component alone is approximately $8–12 per lift for a full bin.
How much does pallet collection and recycling cost in Melbourne?+
Pallet collection in Melbourne typically costs $0–5 per CHEP pallet (returned through the CHEP system at no cost), while plain timber pallets cost $2–8 each for collection or earn $1–3 credit if in good condition. Businesses generating 20+ pallets/week should negotiate a scheduled collection at $50–120/pickup.
How much does commercial waste collection cost in Burwood?+
Commercial waste collection in Burwood (3125) typically costs $35-180 per month per bin depending on size and frequency. Burwood falls under the City of Whitehorse area. Bundle Waste negotiates rates up to 30% lower for businesses in Burwood.
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Updated 25 June 2026
