Hard waste, easy booking – it’s almost here!
Published on 02 June 2025
Bookings for the trial of our new booked hard waste collection service open this month, with pick-ups starting in July.
From 16 June you can book a free hard waste collection for when it suits you, at any time during the year.
Residents receive one free collection a year of up to two cubic metres of hard waste. Extra collections are available for a fee.
Previously, Darebin’s hard waste collection was area-based, and all residents in a designated area placed their hard waste out at the same time
This new system provides:
- Immediate disposal options, helping reduce illegal dumping
- Higher levels of landfill diversion to help reduce our waste
- Fewer obstacles on footpaths compared to area-based collections, making it easier for wheelchair or pram users to pass safely
During the trial we’ll be keeping track of how the new system is working, to make sure it’s the best service for Darebin residents.
We’re excited to trial this new approach and look forward to seeing the benefits it brings to our community.
Mark your calendar – bookings open Monday 16 June! From that date, you’ll be able to book online, by phone or in person at one of our customer service desks. Please hold off getting in touch until then, as the new system won’t be available before that date.
And, while you wait, you’ll also find alternative ways to reduce waste on our website too, so you can do your bit to minimise items going into landfill.
Find out more about our free hard waste collections.