Waste reduction programs

Council has many waste reduction programs and considers it a priority for us all. We must begin to think of new and innovative ways to reduce our waste especially as our population grows.

Below are a few programs that you can get involved in and contribute to doing something great for our environment.

Reduce your food waste

Find out how you can reduce food waste, save money and protect our climate for future generations

Maribyrnong Bins and Recycling App

Reducing your waste is easy with Council's free Bins and Recycling app.

Single-use plastics

Find out how you can reduce single-use plastic use at home and in the community.

Food and Garden Organics

Find out how you can recycle your food and garden organics.

Recycling Drop Offs

Find out how to recycle your old unwanted electrical items and clothing through our drop off hubs and free home collection service.

Repair and donate

View a list of some of the charity organisations willing to take your unwanted items to help those in need.

Community Clean Ups

Are you interested in joining a local clean up event, or starting your own clean up group?

Waste education visits for schools

Find out about Council's range of free waste and environmental education programs for schools and child care facilities.

Compost Community

Join Council's compost community to receive subsidised composting systems and expert advice

Waste transfer stations and drop-off points

Looking for alternative ways of disposing of your unwanted goods? Try one of these options.

Garage Sale Trail

Declutter your home and reuse items you no longer need with the Garage Sale Trail!

Council policies, strategies and guidelines

See how Council reduces it's impact on the environment in the way we do business.

Community Recycling Stations

Find out where you can recycle small electrical devices, DVDs, VHS, cassettes, light bulbs, X rays, and old stationary.

Plastic Free July Maribyrnong

Find information about the annual campaign to reduce single-use plastic, Plastic Free July.