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Dromana bin day & collection schedule

Mornington Peninsula Shire · VIC 3936

Schedule data last verified: June 2026

Dromana waste collection overview

Dromana is a VIC suburb in postcode 3936, served by Mornington Peninsula Shire for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

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

Key facts

  • Council: Mornington Peninsula Shire
  • Postcode: 3936
  • Population: 6,626
  • State: VIC

Which bins does Dromana have?

Mornington Peninsula Shire provides the following kerbside bins in Dromana. 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.

Dromana 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

Dromana falls under Mornington Peninsula Shire for waste and recycling collections.

  • Mornington Peninsula Shire provides waste and recycling collection across the peninsula, from Mornington to Sorrento.
  • The shire runs a fortnightly alternating cycle for recycling and garden organics bins.
  • The peninsula includes many holiday and coastal properties. Collection schedules over summer can vary, especially over the Christmas period.
  • Your specific collection day depends on your street. Enter your address above to find yours.

Visit Mornington Peninsula Shire 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

Can I put the bin out the night before?

Most councils say bins should be at the kerb by 6 AM on collection day but can go out the evening before. Keep them off the road and clear of driveways, parked cars, and other bins.

What is FOGO and do I have it?

FOGO stands for Food Organics and Garden Organics. It is a kerbside service where food scraps go in the same bin as garden waste and are composted. Not every council offers it yet. If your green bin lid says garden organics only, keep food out of it.

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.

Nearby suburbs

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

RosebudRyeMorningtonMount Martha

Quick tips for bin night

  • Break down those boxes. Overfilling the recycling bin means the lid won't close. Lids need to close for collection. Break down the boxes and save yourself the drama.
  • Batteries are not bin material. A battery in any kerbside bin is a fire waiting to happen in the truck. Drop them at a collection point instead. Future you, and the truck driver, will thank you.
  • 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 Dromana 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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