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By Pedro Carreira
Updated 25 June 2026
City of Yarra
Local Council
up to 30%
Typical Savings
Collingwood (VIC 3066) falls under the City of Yarra and is home to a diverse mix of businesses including creative-industries, technology, hospitality. Bundle Waste provides all 13 waste management services in Collingwood, negotiating rates up to 30% below standard pricing.
City of Yarra — Commercial Waste Rules
Collingwood falls under the City of Yarra local government area.
- General Waste: Council does not provide commercial waste collection services. All commercial properties must arrange private waste collection through licensed waste contractors.
- Recycling: No council recycling service for commercial properties. Businesses must contract private recycling operators. Yarra encourages businesses in activity centres to participate in shared recycling solutions.
- Organics: Commercial food organics not collected by council. Private organics collection can be arranged. Council has trialled shared food waste bins in some shopping strips.
- Hard Waste: No hard waste service for commercial premises. Council provides 2 free booked hard waste collections per year for residential ratepayers only.
Commercial waste must comply with EPA Victoria EP Act 2017. Yarra City Council has a Commercial Waste Minimisation Strategy targeting hospitality and retail precincts like Smith Street and Brunswick Street. New commercial developments must submit a Waste Management Plan as part of planning permits under the Yarra Planning Scheme.
Key Industries in Collingwood
Key industries operating in Collingwood include:
- Creative Industries
- Technology
- Hospitality
- Warehousing Conversions
- Retail
Waste Challenges Specific to Collingwood
Converted warehouse spaces often lack purpose-built bin areas; creative industries generate varied waste including paints, fabrics and production materials; Smith Street hospitality strip creates late-night waste; shared loading zones complicate collection scheduling
Waste Collection Costs in Collingwood
| Bin Size / Frequency | Price Range |
|---|
| 240L-weekly | $50-75/month |
| 660L-weekly | $90-170/month |
| 1100L-weekly | $130-230/month |
| 3m3-weekly | $270-430/month |
| 4.5m3-weekly | $360-560/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 Collingwood?+
Commercial waste collection in Collingwood (3066) typically costs $35-180 per month per bin depending on size and frequency. Collingwood falls under the City of Yarra area. Bundle Waste negotiates rates up to 30% lower for businesses in Collingwood.
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Updated 25 June 2026
