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Chewton bin day & collection schedule

Mount Alexander Shire · VIC 3451

Schedule data last verified: June 2026

Chewton waste collection overview

Chewton is a VIC suburb in postcode 3451, served by Mount Alexander Shire for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

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

Key facts

  • Council: Mount Alexander Shire
  • Postcode: 3451
  • Population: 800
  • State: VIC

Which bins does Chewton have?

Mount Alexander Shire provides the following kerbside bins in Chewton. Each has a different frequency, so the bins you put out vary week to week.

  • General Waste, collected fortnightly.
  • Recycling, collected fortnightly.

Chewton bin day at a glance

Old streetscapes, modern bin schedule. The two coexist just fine.

Whatever year your house was built, the kerbside collection is very much a current-era thing.

About your council's collection service

Chewton falls under Mount Alexander Shire for waste and recycling collections.

  • Mount Alexander Shire provides kerbside waste and recycling collection across Castlemaine, Maldon, and surrounding communities.
  • Collections operate fortnightly across the shire. Check the council website for your specific collection day.
  • Mount Alexander Shire has a strong environmental culture. The council runs various resource recovery and composting programs alongside kerbside collection.
  • Your specific collection day depends on your street. Enter your address above to find yours.

Visit Mount Alexander Shire website for the official policy and any service updates.

What goes where: polystyrene foam

Correct bin: General Waste (red lid).

Standard kerbside recycling doesn't accept polystyrene, the white foam used in appliance packaging. Break it up to fit in the red bin. Some specialist facilities accept it separately.

Avoid: Don't put polystyrene in the yellow recycling bin. It clogs machinery and can't be sorted.

Frequently asked questions

What do I do with old electronics?

E-waste (phones, laptops, cables, printers) should never go in any kerbside bin. Most councils have e-waste drop-off points at transfer stations, and some libraries and community centres also accept small items. Check your council's website.

What counts as contamination?

Contamination means putting the wrong items in the recycling bin: food-soiled packaging, soft plastics, clothing, electrical items, or anything not specifically accepted kerbside. High contamination can cause an entire truck load to be sent to landfill.

Can I get a larger bin?

Some councils offer larger or additional bins for eligible households, such as large families or medical needs. There's usually a fee. Contact your council's waste services team directly.

Nearby suburbs

The neighbouring streets have their own schedules. Here's what's happening nearby.

CastlemaineMaldonNewstead

Quick tips for bin night

  • Flatten before you fill. A single un-flattened box can eat half your recycling bin. Break it down first and you'll fit a fortnight of cardboard without a fight.
  • Caps off, lids on. Small plastic caps come off the bottle and go in the red bin. Metal lids on glass jars can stay put. It's a small rule that trips up a lot of people.
  • Two rules, both matter. There is a correct bin. There is a correct night. These are two different things and both matter.

Get the schedule for your street

Bin days in Chewton 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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