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Crows Nest bin day & collection schedule

North Sydney Council · NSW 2065

Schedule data last verified: July 2026

Crows Nest waste collection overview

Crows Nest is a NSW suburb in postcode 2065, served by North Sydney Council for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

The suburb sits roughly 5km N of Sydney CBD.

Locals know it for the the Crows Nest dining and cafe strip.

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

Key facts

  • Council: North Sydney Council
  • Postcode: 2065
  • Location: 5km N of Sydney CBD
  • State: NSW

Which bins does Crows Nest have?

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

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

Crows Nest bin day at a glance

In an apartment building, bin night is a team effort. Knowing the day is your part.

Your council coordinates collections across thousands of properties. This one's yours.

About your council's collection service

Crows Nest 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.

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

Where should I put my bin on collection day?

Put your bin on the footpath or nature strip, close to the kerb, with the lid opening facing the street. Keep it at least half a metre from parked cars, power poles, trees, and other bins so the collection truck's arm can reach it.

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.

Should I rinse containers before recycling?

A quick rinse is enough. Containers do not need to be spotless, just empty and free of large food residue. A few seconds under the tap, or a swish with leftover dishwater, keeps the load clean without wasting water.

Nearby suburbs

Nearby suburbs have their own collection schedules. Here are the closest ones.

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Quick tips for bin night

  • Rain isn't an excuse. The bin doesn't care if it's raining. Neither does the truck. Put it out anyway.
  • The lid has to close. An overflowing bin with the lid propped open often gets skipped, or spills down the street. If it won't shut, it won't go.
  • 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 Crows Nest 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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