Cammeray bin day & collection schedule
North Sydney Council · NSW 2062
Schedule data last verified: August 2026
Cammeray waste collection overview
Cammeray sits in the North Sydney Council area of NSW, postcode 2062, and follows that council's kerbside schedule.
The suburb sits roughly 4km North of Sydney CBD.
Locals know it for the Cammeray Park and golf course.
Collection days in Cammeray are set street by street, so there is no single day that holds for the whole suburb. Search your address to get the day and the bins for your place.
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
- Collection day: varies by street, search your address to confirm
- Postcode: 2062
- Location: 4km North of Sydney CBD
- State: NSW
Which bins does Cammeray have?
These are the bins North Sydney Council supplies to Cammeray households, each on its own cycle, which is why the kerb looks different from 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.
- North Sydney Council provides a kerbside collection service in Cammeray, covering general waste and recycling.
- General waste and recycling collected weekly.
- Check the North Sydney Council website for the latest information on what's accepted in each bin.
- 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 get rid of furniture or a mattress in Cammeray?
Bulky items never go in kerbside bins. North Sydney Council runs a hard waste service, either booked on demand or on scheduled dates depending on the area; the booking form and accepted items list are on the council website. Charities collect saleable furniture free.
Why was my bin in Cammeray not collected?
The usual reasons: the lid was not fully closed, the bin was out after the truck passed, contamination was spotted in the recycling, or the truck arm could not reach past a parked car. North Sydney Council has a missed collection form on its website; report it and leave the bin out.
Can I get a larger or extra bin?
North Sydney Council offers larger or additional bins for eligible households, such as big families or medical needs, usually for a fee. Contact the council's waste team; if you are new to Cammeray, check what size is standard first, since upgrade policies differ between councils.
Nearby suburbs
Nearby suburbs have their own bin schedules. Here are the ones closest to you.
Quick tips for bin night
- Batteries are not bin material. A battery in any Cammeray bin is a fire waiting to happen in the truck. Drop them at a supermarket collection tub instead. The truck driver thanks you.
- Holiday weeks shuffle the schedule. Long weekends can quietly push North Sydney Council collections back a day. Check before a public holiday so you are not chasing the truck down the street.
- Rinse before you bin it. Your recycling does not clean itself. A ten second rinse now saves sorting staff hours later and keeps a Cammeray bin from becoming a science experiment between fortnightly collections.
Get the schedule for your street
The suburb level picture above is a guide; your street is the real answer. Search your address for the next four weeks of collections.
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