Hazardous Waste
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By Pedro Carreira
Updated 25 June 2026
$38-68/pickup
Typical Cost Range
up to 30%
Typical Savings
Melbourne North
Service Area
Looking for hazardous waste management in Melbourne North? Bundle Waste compares rates across a network of waste providers in Melbourne to find the best deal for your business. Our clients in Melbourne North typically save up to 30% on their hazardous waste costs.
How Much Does Hazardous Waste Management Cost in Melbourne North?
| Bin Size / Frequency | Price Range |
|---|
| 20L-drum | $38-68/pickup |
| 205L-drum | $155-280/pickup |
| IBC-1000L | $400-670/pickup |
| bulk-tanker-per-litre | $0.30-0.55/litre |
Prices are indicative Melbourne market rates. Bundle Waste typically negotiates up to 30% below these rates.
Hazardous Waste Management Services Available
Safe collection, transport, treatment, and disposal of hazardous and prescribed industrial waste including chemicals, solvents, oils, paints, pesticides, and contaminated materials across Melbourne and Victoria.
Waste Types Covered
- chemicals
- solvents
- oils
- paints
- pesticides
- acids
- alkalis
- contaminated soil
- laboratory waste
- batteries
- fluorescent tubes
Bin Types Available
- 20L drum
- 60L drum
- 205L drum
- 1000L IBC
- bulk tanker
- spill kit
- dangerous goods container
Melbourne North-Specific Information
Melbourne's northern corridor stretches from the established inner suburbs of Brunswick and Coburg through to the industrial heartlands of Campbellfield, Somerton, and Epping. This region features a strong mix of manufacturing, warehousing, food production, and logistics operations along major arterials like the Hume Highway. Rapid residential growth in Craigieburn and surrounding areas is also driving new commercial development. Large volumes of industrial and manufacturing waste including metals, plastics, and timber. Food processing facilities generate significant organic waste. Warehousing and logistics operations produce high volumes of cardboard, shrink wrap, and pallets. Skip bins and front-lift services are common across industrial estates.
Regulations and Compliance
Environment Protection Act 2017 and Environment Protection Regulations 2021. Prescribed Industrial Waste (PIW) must be tracked via EPA Victoria's waste tracking system.
Landfill Levy: Prescribed industrial waste attracts the standard levy of $169.79/tonne plus additional treatment/disposal costs at licensed facilities ($300-2,000+/tonne depending on waste category)
- EPA Victoria prescribed industrial waste (PIW) classification required
- Waste transport certificates mandatory for every movement
- Only EPA-registered transporters and receivers can handle PIW
- Dangerous Goods Act 1985 compliance for storage and transport
- WorkSafe Victoria requirements for on-site storage (AS 3780, AS 1940)
Industries We Serve in Melbourne North
Related Services and Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does hazardous waste disposal cost in Melbourne North?+
Hazardous waste disposal costs in Melbourne North vary significantly by waste type: solvent/chemical drum collection (205L) costs $150-350 per drum, waste oil collection $220-500/kL via tanker, paint waste $200-400/drum, acid/alkali neutralisation $300-600/drum, and contaminated soil $250-500+/tonne. Minimum callout fees range from $250-500 regardless of volume. Bundle Waste negotiates up to 30% below standard rates by consolidating hazardous waste collections across multiple clients into efficient route schedules.
What is prescribed industrial waste in Victoria?+
Prescribed Industrial Waste (PIW) is waste that poses a risk to human health or the environment and is listed in the Environment Protection Regulations 2021, Schedule 1. Categories include: Category A (highest risk — PCBs, certain pesticides, cyanide waste), Category B (solvents, acids, alkalis, heavy metal waste), Category C (contaminated soils, low-level chemical waste), and Category D (asbestos). All PIW must be tracked through EPA Victoria's waste tracking system with transport certificates for every movement. Penalties for non-compliance reach $181,740 for corporations.
How do I classify my hazardous waste in Victoria?+
Waste classification follows EPA Publication 1828 (Waste Classification Assessment Protocol): 1) Identify the waste source and composition. 2) Check if it appears on the PIW list in Environment Protection Regulations 2021, Schedule 1. 3) If not listed, conduct laboratory testing (Total Contaminant levels, Leachability). 4) Assign the appropriate PIW category (A, B, C, or D). Classification testing costs $200-800 per sample depending on parameters tested. Incorrect classification is an offence — penalties up to $36,348 for individuals. Bundle Waste assists with waste classification through our EPA-accredited laboratory partners.
What are hazardous waste disposal costs in Melbourne?+
Hazardous waste disposal in Melbourne ranges from $2–15/kg depending on waste type. Chemical waste costs $3–8/kg, asbestos removal $50–80/m², and liquid chemical disposal $300–800 per 200L drum. All hazardous waste must be handled by EPA-licensed transporters under the Environment Protection Act 2017.
How much do skip bins cost in Melbourne's northern suburbs?+
Skip bins in Melbourne's north (Broadmeadows, Epping, Craigieburn) cost $220–400 for 4m³, $320–550 for 6m³, and $450–800 for 10m³. Prices are 5–10% below CBD rates. Industrial areas like Campbellfield and Somerton have competitive pricing due to proximity to transfer stations.
How much does liquid waste disposal cost in Melbourne?+
Liquid waste disposal costs $80–300 per service. Grease trap waste runs $150–400 per pump-out, trade waste $100–250 per collection, and chemical liquid waste $300–800 per 200L drum. All liquid waste must be transported by EPA-licensed carriers.
What waste management does a Melbourne airport business need?+
Airport precinct businesses must comply with Melbourne Airport's waste management requirements in addition to standard regulations. Airport waste contracts are typically managed through the airport operator. Security-cleared waste operators may be required for airside operations. Costs are 10–20% higher than comparable off-airport businesses due to security and access requirements.
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Updated 25 June 2026
