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Cleveland bin day & collection schedule

Redland City · QLD 4163

Schedule data last verified: July 2026

Cleveland waste collection overview

Cleveland sits in the Redland City area of QLD, postcode 4163, and follows that council's kerbside schedule.

The suburb sits roughly 30km South-East of Brisbane CBD.

Locals know it for the the Cleveland Point lighthouse and the Raby Bay marina.

Below is the Cleveland rundown: which bins you have, the usual collection rhythm and the local rules worth knowing. For your street's exact dates, search your address from the home page.

Key facts

  • Council: Redland City
  • Postcode: 4163
  • Population: 15,000
  • Location: 30km South-East of Brisbane CBD
  • State: QLD

Which bins does Cleveland have?

Cleveland homes get the bins below from Redland City. Their frequencies differ, so which ones go out changes with the week.

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

Cleveland bin day at a glance

You know the bay is close when the wind changes direction the night before bin day.

Every suburb has its rhythms. Knowing your collection day is part of knowing your street.

About your council's collection service

Cleveland falls under Redland City for waste and recycling collections.

  • Redland City provides a kerbside collection service in Cleveland, covering general waste, recycling, and garden waste.
  • General waste collected weekly and recycling and garden waste collected fortnightly.
  • Check the Redland City 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 Redland City 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

What happens to bins on public holidays?

It depends on the holiday and the council. When Redland City shifts collections, everything from the holiday onward that week usually moves one day later. An address search during a holiday week shows any adjusted dates the council has published.

Are the bins different if I rent in Cleveland?

No, bins attach to the property, not the resident, so renters use whatever Redland City supplies to the address. If bins are missing or broken at a new rental, report it to the council or your property manager; replacement is usually free and does not need the owner.

Can broken glass go in the recycling bin?

No. Unbroken bottles and jars belong in the yellow bin, but broken glass is a hazard for sorting staff. Wrap it in newspaper, seal it in a bag and put it in the general waste bin.

Nearby suburbs

The bay suburbs each run their own collection schedules. Here are the closest ones to check.

ThornlandsAlexandra HillsWellington PointVictoria Point

Quick tips for bin night

  • Break down those boxes. Overfilling the recycling bin means the lid will not close, and Redland City's trucks can skip a propped open bin. Break down the boxes and save yourself the drama.
  • Two rules, both matter. There is a correct bin and there is a correct night. These are two different things and both matter.
  • 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 is a small rule that trips up a lot of people.

Get the schedule for your street

Zones split Cleveland street by street. An address search shows exactly which bins go out at your place, and when.

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