Prepare and Save at your Visit

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Save money by sorting your load

Sort your waste before you visit one of the region's waste facilities and save time, money and effort. 

Separating recyclable materials from general waste makes disposal quicker, safer and more affordable.

How to sort your load

Separate waste into categories before loading:

  • General Waste: Load at the front of your trailer (closest to the towing vehicle)
  • Greenwaste, timber, soil and concrete: Keep materials separated and position them through the middle and sides of the load. 
  • Scrap metal and flattened cardboard: Place on top for easy access. 
  • Used cooking and motor oil: Transport in sealed containers to prevent leaks. 
  • Recyclables and reuseable items: Load at the furthest from your towing vehicle for easy unloading at recycling drop-off areas.  

Secure your load

All loads must be securely covered or tied down using: 

  • Tarpaulins 
  • Nets
  • Straps
  • Ropes

This helps prevent litter and improves road safety.

When you Arrive

At Yeppoon Landfill, Customers will be directed to recycling and reuse drop-off areas before disposing of any general waste.

At other Transfer Stations, please follow onsite signage and/or staff directions to ensure materials are placed in the correct areas. 

Why sort your waste?

By sorting your waste before arriving, you:

  • Save money on disposal costs
  • Spend less time unloading 
  • Improve safety for everyone 
  • Recover more recyclable materials
  • Reduce waste sent to landfill
  • Help support a more sustainable future for Livingstone Shire. 

Sort it. Load it. Recycle it. Save $$$

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