Free green waste disposal available

Published on 10 October 2023

Mount Alexander Shire Council is offering free green waste disposal to help residents prepare homes and properties for the upcoming fire danger period.

Residents can dispose of green waste at no cost at the Castlemaine and Maldon transfer stations from Saturday 25 November to Monday 11 December.

“Council is encouraging residents to take advantage of the free green waste disposal period to clear their property of fire hazards ahead of the bushfire season,” said Luke Ryan, Emergency Management Coordinator at Mount Alexander Shire Council.

“It’s important to take steps to reduce the risk of fire around your property in the lead-up to summer”, said Mr Ryan.

“Things to do in your garden to prepare for summer, include pruning bushes, cutting overhanging branches, clearing out gutters and relocating piles of wood away from buildings”.

Green waste disposal information

Green waste includes garden waste such as grass, sticks and branches that are less than 10cm in diameter.
The green waste must be free of contaminants such as rubbish and declared noxious weeds, and removed from plastic bags prior to disposal.
Loads containing items other than green waste will be charged accordingly.
Residents are also encouraged to compost as much material as possible at home.
Proof of residence in the shire will be required.
Normal green waste disposal fees will apply to businesses or residents acting on behalf of businesses.

Normal gate fees will apply before and after the free green waste disposal period.

For more information, visit www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/Waste-and-recycling or call 5471 1700.

For tips on vegetation removal visit

www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/clearing-trees-and-vegetation.

For more tips on preparing your property ahead of the Fire Danger Period visit the Council’s fire prevention page at www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/Fire-Prevention.