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Keysborough bin day & collection schedule

Greater Dandenong City · VIC 3173

Schedule data last verified: June 2026

Keysborough waste collection overview

Keysborough is a VIC suburb in postcode 3173, served by Greater Dandenong City for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

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

Key facts

  • Council: Greater Dandenong City
  • Postcode: 3173
  • Population: 20,000
  • State: VIC

Which bins does Keysborough have?

Greater Dandenong City provides the following kerbside bins in Keysborough. 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.

Keysborough bin day at a glance

Everything in this corridor is moving. Your bin schedule is one of the few constants.

Collection days are among the most reliable things about a fast-growing suburb.

About your council's collection service

Keysborough falls under Greater Dandenong City for waste and recycling collections.

  • Greater Dandenong City Council provides a three-bin kerbside service across the municipality's diverse communities.
  • The council operates a fortnightly alternating cycle for recycling and garden organics bins.
  • Dandenong includes a mix of residential and industrial areas; commercial waste collection operates separately from residential kerbside services.
  • Your specific collection day depends on your street. Enter your address above to find yours.

Visit Greater Dandenong City 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

Do I get money back for drink containers?

Every Australian state and territory now runs a container deposit scheme, paying 10 cents for eligible drink containers returned to a depot or reverse vending machine. Containers you redeem this way are kept separate from your kerbside recycling.

Why was my bin not collected?

Common reasons include: the bin lid wasn't fully closed, the bin wasn't at the kerb before the truck passed, there was contamination in the recycling bin, or the bin was blocking the truck's mechanical arm. Your council's website usually has a missed collection form.

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.

Nearby suburbs

This part of Melbourne is made up of many suburbs with different schedules. Here are the ones closest to you.

Noble ParkDandenongLyndhurstCheltenham

Quick tips for bin night

  • Holiday weeks shuffle the schedule. Long weekends quietly push collections back a day. Check the council notice before a public holiday so you're not chasing the truck down the street.
  • Rain isn't an excuse. The bin doesn't care if it's raining. Neither does the truck. Put it out anyway.
  • Two rules, both matter. There is a correct bin. There is a correct night. These are two different things and both matter.

Get the schedule for your street

Bin days in Keysborough 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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