Frequently asked questions

1. What happens if I have not put my rubbish out in time for my collection date?

Unfortunately, the contractor we engage to do the kerbside collection is running on a tight schedule, so any waste that is placed out for collection AFTER the allocated date for your zone will not be collected, and will remain the responsibility of the resident.

2. Is there a limit to what I can place on the kerb?

Yes, there is a limit of the equivalent of one level box trailer load, or one cubic metre of garbage per residence.

3. What can be placed on the kerb for collection?

As long as you do not exceed your box trailer size limit, most things can be placed on the kerbside. Please ensure whitegoods and other metal items are placed in a separate heap for collection. Please remove doors from old freezers and fridges. Green waste should be placed in a separate heap. This excludes lawn clippings.

4. What items are NOT accepted?

Household hazardous waste and liquids such as poisons, oil, paint and batteries will not be collected. You can however take household items such as paint, oil, gas bottles and batteries to Council’s Community Recycling Centre at Whylandra Waste & Recycling Facility. It is free-of-charge to dispose of these items at the facility.

Truck and tractor tyres will also not be accepted as part of the kerbside collection.

5. How much does it cost?

Council’s annual kerbside collection is FREE for all eligible residents in the Dubbo Regional Council Local Government Area.

6. Who is eligible for kerbside collection?

You are eligible to use Council’s free bulky kerbside collection service if you are within the two or three bin service areas of Wellington, Geurie, and the surrounding villages of Euchareena, Stuart Town, Mumbil, Dripstone, Nanima Village, Cadonia Estate, Bodangora, Ponto Falls and receive a weekly service from Dubbo Regional Council.