Esk bin day & collection schedule
Somerset · QLD 4312
Schedule data last verified: September 2026
Esk waste collection overview
In Esk, postcode 4312, waste and recycling services come from Somerset.
The suburb sits roughly 95km West of Brisbane CBD.
Locals know it for the Esk heritage main street and Lake Wivenhoe.
Collection days in Esk are set street by street, so there is no single day that holds for the whole suburb. Search your address to get the day and the bins for your place.
Below is the Esk 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: Somerset
- Collection day: varies by street, search your address to confirm
- Postcode: 4312
- Population: 1,700
- Location: 95km West of Brisbane CBD
- State: QLD
Which bins does Esk have?
These are the bins Somerset supplies to Esk households, each on its own cycle, which is why the kerb looks different from week to week.
- General Waste, collected weekly.
- Recycling, collected fortnightly.
Esk bin day at a glance
The heritage homes get character. The bins still go out the same as everyone else's.
Some things don't change regardless of how old the neighbourhood is.
About your council's collection service
Esk falls under Somerset for waste and recycling collections.
- Somerset provides a kerbside collection service in Esk, covering general waste and recycling.
- General waste collected weekly and recycling collected fortnightly.
- Check the Somerset 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 Somerset website for the official policy and any service updates.
Did you know?
Around 130 kilograms of food waste is thrown out per person in Australia each year.
Most of it could be diverted through a FOGO service or home composting. Food in landfill breaks down without oxygen and releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a larger or extra bin?
Somerset offers larger or additional bins for eligible households, such as big families or medical needs, usually for a fee. Contact the council's waste team; if you are new to Esk, check what size is standard first, since upgrade policies differ between councils.
What is FOGO and does it apply here?
FOGO means food scraps composted together with garden waste in a green bin. Esk's standard lineup does not currently include that bin, so food waste goes in general waste for now; councils across QLD are progressively adding organics services.
How often is recycling collected in Esk?
Somerset collects recycling fortnightly. Collection days vary by street, and an address search shows which fortnight you are in right now.
Nearby suburbs
The neighbouring streets have their own schedules. Here's what's happening nearby.
Quick tips for bin night
- Break down those boxes. Overfilling the recycling bin means the lid will not close, and Somerset's trucks can skip a propped open bin. Break down the boxes and save yourself the drama.
- 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.
- Batteries are not bin material. A battery in any Esk bin is a fire waiting to happen in the truck. Drop them at a supermarket collection tub instead. The truck driver thanks you.
Get the schedule for your street
Bin days in Esk vary by street and zone. Enter your address on the home page to see the next collection date for every bin.
Find my bin day