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Docklands bin day & collection schedule

Melbourne City · VIC 3008 · typically Thursdays

Schedule data last verified: June 2026

Docklands waste collection overview

Docklands is a VIC suburb in postcode 3008, served by Melbourne City for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

The suburb sits roughly 1km W of Melbourne CBD.

Locals know it for the Marvel Stadium.

Most streets in Docklands have a Thursday collection day, though your exact day depends on your street.

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

Key facts

  • Council: Melbourne City
  • Typical collection day: Thursday
  • Postcode: 3008
  • Population: 15,495
  • Location: 1km W of Melbourne CBD
  • State: VIC

Which bins does Docklands have?

Melbourne City provides the following kerbside bins in Docklands. Each has a different frequency, so the bins you put out vary week to week.

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

Docklands bin day at a glance

Shared corridors, communal bins, and one very clear collection day.

High-density living comes with a different bin setup. Here's what applies to your building and suburb.

About your council's collection service

Docklands falls under Melbourne City for waste and recycling collections.

  • Melbourne City Council provides bins for residents and manages collections across high-density areas including apartments.
  • The council runs a separate food scraps collection for many residential properties. Check the City of Melbourne website for your specific service.
  • Apartment buildings typically have shared recycling and waste rooms. Collection frequencies vary by building.
  • Your specific collection day depends on your street. Enter your address above to find yours.

Visit Melbourne City website for the official policy and any service updates.

Recycling rule worth knowing

Empty and dry liquid containers before they go in.

Leftover liquid soaks into paper and cardboard in the same bin, ruining it for recycling and making the load heavier and harder to process.

Example: Tip out the last of the milk or juice and give the bottle a quick drain before it goes in the yellow bin.

Frequently asked questions

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.

Can I put broken glass in the recycling bin?

Unbroken glass bottles and jars belong in recycling. Broken glass is a safety hazard for sorting staff and collection workers. Wrap it in newspaper, place it in a sealed bag, and put it in the general waste bin instead.

Can I recycle pizza boxes?

A clean, dry pizza box is recyclable. If the base is soaked with grease and cheese, tear off and recycle the clean lid, and put the greasy part in general waste. Oil contaminates the paper recycling process.

Nearby suburbs

The streets around here all have their own bin days. Here are the nearby suburbs worth bookmarking.

SouthbankNorth MelbourneCarltonFootscray

Quick tips for bin night

  • 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.
  • Two rules, both matter. There is a correct bin. There is a correct night. These are two different things and both matter.
  • Rain isn't an excuse. The bin doesn't care if it's raining. Neither does the truck. Put it out anyway.

Get the schedule for your street

Bin days in Docklands 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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