16 DECEMBER, 2022 - PUBLIC BINS ACROSS THE CASSOWARY COAST

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16th December 2022

In November, Council commenced the Bin Optimisation Program. The purpose of the program was to remove smaller 55-litre bins and replace them with larger 240-litre wheelie bins at strategic locations. The new 240-litre bins increase the capacity of waste which can be collected and enables Council to more efficiently streamline waste collection and improve on our current processes. 

Refreshing the public bin network with fit-for-purpose infrastructure designed for the location will significantly reduce the associated safety and environmental risks whilst providing cost savings to Council by:

  • Reducing litter in public spaces;
  • Eliminating native animal scavenging;
  • Significantly reduce manual handling risks; and
  • Reducing service intervals allowing for staff to be redeployed to other tasks that further benefit the community.

Since the rollout, Council has listened to the community and is increasing our service and bin collection in some areas.

Council sincerely appreciates that majority of community members and visitors “do the right thing” and dispose of rubbish thoughtfully and appropriately which helps conserve our beautiful and unique region.  However, since the change to service, it has become increasingly evident that the majority of waste being left at and around public bins is household waste. 

Currently, the service of public bins is funded through general rates. Council intent is to minimise allocations of general rates to this service when outside of Parks and CBD areas.

Leaving rubbish beside the bin is considered littering and is a fineable offence. If you do not have a bin you can apply for one by completing and lodging a Change of Kerbside Garbage Service Request Form which can be downloaded here - www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/downloads/file/3871/change-of-kerbside-garbage-service-request.

Alternatively, you can drop your household waste for FREE at an appropriate Waste Transfer Station. For more information on waste please visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/domestic-waste-collection-services

For further information please contact Council at 1300 763 903 or email enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.