New waste fees and charges to commence 1 July 2024

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Council wishes to inform Cassowary Coast residents that due to costs associated with managing items deposited at Waste Transfer Stations new fees and charges will be introduced from 1 July 2024.

This includes the introduction of the following charges:

  • Fridges freezers and air conditioners - $18
  • Solar panels - $10

Further amendments have been made to existing charges which will apply from 1 July 2024 and can be found here: https://www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/.../waste-fees-and...

Council is pleased to still be offering disposal of the following items FREE:

  • televisions and computers
  • drumMUSTER containers (Stoters/Tully only)
  • green waste
  • ferrous and non-ferrous metal
  • approved/rolled fertiliser bags
  • car/motorbike bodies - drained (Stoters/Tully only)
  • car batteries
  • cardboard
  • container refund scheme items
  • paint (up to 20 litres)
  • engine oil (up to 20 litres)
  • For a comprehensive guide to all waste disposal advice in the Cassowary Coast, please see our website https://www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/waste-management or call our customer service centre on 1300 763 903.