In order to help us maximise recycling, residents and businesses are encouraged to sort your load before visiting the waste facility.
Click here for more information on the range of free recycling initiatives available.
The below table highlights the waste disposal categories, where they are accepted, and if they are a chargeable item or free for disposal.
Items accepted at the Qunaba Waste Management Facility have changed.
From 3 February 2025 waste no longer accepted at the Qunaba Waste Management Facility includes:
These items can be disposed of at the Bundaberg Waste Management Facility.
Some waste disposal items are not accepted if generated outside the Bundaberg Regional Council area:
The following regulated waste items require waste tracking if transported and disposed of by a business or commercial operator:
Click here for further information on waste tracking obligations.
Declare these items when entering the waste facility.
Please be aware your load may be inspected when attending a waste facility.(PDF, 190KB)
Asbestos is only accepted at our Bundaberg Waste Management Facility It must be generated from within the Bundaberg Region.
Asbestos removal and disposal guide
Asbestos information page
Click here for further information regarding asbestos legislation.
Ammunition and explosive devices of any type are prohibited from all Council waste and recycling facilities.
Explosives are dangerous and can present risks to our staff and the community if they are not disposed or surrendered in a safe and secure manner, and may become more dangerous as they deteriorate with age.
Click here for more information on how to correctly dispose of ammunition and explosives.
Batteries can be recycled at all Council waste facilities. Batteries are the leading cause of fire in garbage trucks and landfill. Do not place batteries in your kerbside bin.
Battery disposal and recycling guide
Chemicals and hazardous items are accepted at our Bundaberg Waste Management Facility.
Chemical disposal guide
Fuel is not accepted at any Council waste facility.
eWaste (electronic waste) is accepted for recycling at all Councils waste facilities. If it has a plug it's free to recycle!
eWaste recycling guide
Fluorescent tubes and light bulbs can be recycled at Council waste facilities.
Fluorocycle recycling guide
Fridges, freezers and air conditioners are accepted free for disposal at all council waste facilities.
Please remove any unwanted food items from your fridge or freezer to avoid disposal fees.
Most gas bottles are accepted for disposal at a number of our waste facilities. LPG gas bottles must be empty prior to disposal.
Gas bottles not accepted:
Domestic mattresses are accepted free for disposal at all Councils waste facilities.
Waste oils are accepted for disposal at a number of Councils waste facilities. This includes engine and cooking oils.
Paint is accepted free for disposal.
Paint disposal guide
Tyres are accepted for disposal at a number of Council waste facilities.
Address: 46 University Drive Bundaberg QLD 4670
Telephone: 1300 883 699
Email: wasteandrecycling@bundaberg.qld.gov.au
Waste and recycling handy guide Waste facilities opening hours Recycling programs Waste disposal fees A-Z waste and recycling guide(PDF, 77KB)
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