Melbourne South
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By Pedro Carreira
Updated 25 June 2026
City of Kingston
Local Council
up to 30%
Typical Savings
Cheltenham (VIC 3192) falls under the City of Kingston and is home to a diverse mix of businesses including retail, office-parks, healthcare. Bundle Waste provides all 13 waste management services in Cheltenham, negotiating rates up to 30% below standard pricing.
City of Kingston — Commercial Waste Rules
Cheltenham falls under the City of Kingston local government area.
- General Waste: Council does not provide commercial waste collection services. Businesses must engage licensed private waste contractors.
- Recycling: No commercial recycling from council. Private contractors handle all commercial recycling needs in the Kingston area.
- Organics: FOGO available for residential properties. Commercial organics collection through private arrangement only.
- Hard Waste: No commercial hard waste. Residential ratepayers receive 2 free hard waste collections per year.
Commercial premises must comply with EPA Victoria EP Act 2017. Kingston includes the Moorabbin industrial precinct with automotive, manufacturing, and logistics businesses. Trade waste must be managed under Melbourne Water agreements. Kingston's Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy targets 80% diversion from landfill.
Key Industries in Cheltenham
Key industries operating in Cheltenham include:
- Retail
- Office Parks
- Healthcare
- Trades
- Light Manufacturing
Waste Challenges Specific to Cheltenham
Mix of older industrial sites and newer office parks with differing waste infrastructure; Southland Shopping Centre precinct generates significant retail waste; proximity to coast requires environmental compliance awareness
Waste Collection Costs in Cheltenham
| Bin Size / Frequency | Price Range |
|---|
| 240L-weekly | $45-70/month |
| 660L-weekly | $85-160/month |
| 1100L-weekly | $125-225/month |
| 3m3-weekly | $260-410/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 Cheltenham?+
Commercial waste collection in Cheltenham (3192) typically costs $35-180 per month per bin depending on size and frequency. Cheltenham falls under the City of Kingston area. Bundle Waste negotiates rates up to 30% lower for businesses in Cheltenham.
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Updated 25 June 2026
