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Ellenbrook bin day & collection schedule

City of Swan · WA 6069

Schedule data last verified: July 2026

Ellenbrook waste collection overview

Ellenbrook is a WA suburb in postcode 6069, served by City of Swan for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

The suburb sits roughly 25km NE of Perth CBD.

Locals know it for the The Ellenbrook District Open Space and town centre.

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

Key facts

  • Council: City of Swan
  • Postcode: 6069
  • Location: 25km NE of Perth CBD
  • State: WA

Which bins does Ellenbrook have?

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

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

Ellenbrook bin day at a glance

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About your council's collection service

Ellenbrook falls under City of Swan 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 City of Swan 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 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.

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.

Are bottle caps recyclable?

Metal screw-top lids from glass jars and bottles can stay on when you put them in the yellow bin. Small plastic caps on plastic bottles should generally be removed, as they're often a different plastic type. Large plastic lids from takeaway containers are fine in recycling.

Nearby suburbs

Your neighbours across the border are dealing with the same things. Here are the nearby suburbs.

AveleyHenley Brook

Quick tips for bin night

  • Two rules, both matter. There is a correct bin. There is a correct night. These are two different things and both matter.
  • 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.
  • Rinse before you bin it. Your recycling doesn't clean itself. A 10-second rinse now saves sorting staff hours later and keeps your bin from becoming a science experiment.

Get the schedule for your street

Bin days in Ellenbrook 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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