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Cammeray bin day & collection schedule

North Sydney Council · NSW 2062

Schedule data last verified: July 2026

Cammeray waste collection overview

Cammeray is a NSW suburb in postcode 2062, served by North Sydney Council for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

The suburb sits roughly 4km N of Sydney CBD.

Locals know it for the Cammeray Park and golf course.

This page summarises the bin schedule, recycling rules and council details that apply to Cammeray. For the live schedule for your specific address, enter it on the home page.

Key facts

Council: North Sydney Council
Postcode: 2062
Location: 4km N of Sydney CBD
State: NSW

Which bins does Cammeray have?

North Sydney Council provides the following kerbside bins in Cammeray. Each has a different frequency, so the bins you put out vary week to week.

General Waste, collected weekly.
Recycling, collected weekly.

Cammeray bin day at a glance

Recycling, general, or garden? The right bin on the right night, every time.

Your council sets the schedule. We just make it easy to find.

About your council's collection service

Cammeray falls under North Sydney Council for waste and recycling collections.

This council operates a standard three-bin kerbside service: general waste (red lid), recycling (yellow lid), and garden organics (green lid).
Collections are typically fortnightly, with recycling and organics alternating each week.
Your exact collection day depends on your street. Enter your address above to find it.
Your specific collection day depends on your street. Enter your address above to find yours.

Visit North Sydney Council website for the official policy and any service updates.

Christmas and New Year cause the longest delays

The period between Christmas and New Year is the most disruptive for collections. Many councils run reduced schedules over the summer break, with some pickups delayed by several days. The official council website is the most reliable source during this stretch.

Tip: Set a reminder for the week before Christmas to check your council's holiday schedule. The window for putting out general waste before the break fills up fast.

Frequently asked questions

How do I dispose of large items like furniture?

Bulky items such as mattresses and furniture do not go in any kerbside bin. Most councils offer a hard waste collection, either booked on demand or on set dates. Check your council's website for what is accepted and how to arrange it.

Why was my bin not collected?

Common reasons include: the bin lid wasn't fully closed, the bin wasn't at the kerb before the truck passed, there was contamination in the recycling bin, or the bin was blocking the truck's mechanical arm. Your council's website usually has a missed collection form.

How often is recycling collected?

In many councils, recycling is collected every two weeks, often alternating with garden organics. Some areas run weekly recycling, and a few run weekly general waste with fortnightly everything else. Enter your address above to find your specific schedule.

Nearby suburbs

Nearby suburbs have their own bin schedules. Here are the ones closest to you.

North Sydney Neutral Bay

Quick tips for bin night

Holiday weeks shuffle the schedule. Long weekends quietly push collections back a day. Check the council notice before a public holiday so you're not chasing the truck down the street.
Set a reminder now. Missed bin night? That's a two-week wait for general waste. One calendar reminder costs you nothing. The two-week smell costs something.
Empty it before you bin it. A half-full bottle leaks through the paper and cardboard sharing its bin. Drain liquids first and the whole load stays cleaner.

Get the schedule for your street

Bin days in Cammeray vary by street and zone. Enter your address on the home page to see the next collection date for every bin.

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