Choosing the right skip bin is only half the job. Knowing what you can place inside it is just as important. Correct waste sorting keeps disposal costs down, supports recycling programs and ensures your bin is processed safely and compliantly.
Below is a simple breakdown of the main waste categories we accept, along with important notes to help you choose the right bin for your project.
Green Waste
Green waste is ideal for garden clean‑ups and outdoor projects. These materials are recycled into mulch and compost, so it is important that no other waste types are mixed in.
What you can place in a green waste bin
- Tree waste including branches, small stumps and leaves
- Garden weeds, grass, shrubs, plants and plant offcuts
Important: Green waste bins are for recycling only. Any non‑green waste placed inside will be treated as mixed waste. Please let us know at the time of booking so we can provide the correct skip hire price.
Household, Domestic and General Waste
This category covers everyday household items and non‑construction materials. It is suitable for clean‑outs, moving house or decluttering.
What you can place in a household waste bin
- Furniture including wooden, plastic and metal items
- Tables, chairs, couches, lounge suites and dressers
- Clothes, cardboard and paper
- Toys, tools and small machinery
- Pots, pans and appliances
- White goods such as washing machines, fridges, dryers and dishwashers
- BBQs and rugs
Important: This category does not include any building or renovation waste. If construction materials are placed in the bin, it will be classified as mixed building waste instead.
Building Waste Heavy / Mixed Heavy Waste
Heavy waste bins are designed for dense, weight‑bearing materials commonly found on construction and demolition sites.
Accepted heavy waste materials
- Bricks
- Concrete
- Soil
- Sand
- Rocks
- Roof tiles
Building Waste Light / Mixed Light Waste
Light waste bins are suitable for general construction materials that are lighter in density.
Accepted light waste materials
- Timber
- Steel
- Plaster and plasterboard
- Buckets
- Cardboard
- Plastic
- Frames
- Metal
Single Waste Types (Discounted Rates Available)
If your project produces only one type of material, we may be able to offer reduced pricing. Contact us directly to confirm eligibility.
Accepted single waste streams
- Clean concrete only
- Asphalt only
- Clean fill soil only (soil without rocks, gravel or pipes)
- Bricks only
- Roof tiles only (please advise the tile type such as terracotta or slate)
Items We Do Not Accept
For safety, environmental and regulatory reasons, the following items cannot be placed in any skip bin:
- Food waste
- Mattresses
- Gas bottles or cylinders
- Batteries
- Car or truck tyres
- Paint
- Chemicals
- Flammable liquids including petrol, oil and acids
- Asbestos
Not Sure Which Waste Type You Have?
If something is not listed or you are unsure which bin you need, contact our team on 9354 6996. We are always happy to help with waste enquiries and ensure you receive the correct bin for your project.
