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Kotara South bin day & collection schedule

Lake Macquarie City Council · NSW 2289

Schedule data last verified: July 2026

Kotara South waste collection overview

Kotara South is a NSW suburb in postcode 2289, served by Lake Macquarie City Council for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

The suburb sits roughly 9km S of Newcastle.

Locals know it for the the Kotara South community reserves.

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

Key facts

  • Council: Lake Macquarie City Council
  • Postcode: 2289
  • Location: 9km S of Newcastle
  • State: NSW

Which bins does Kotara South have?

Lake Macquarie City Council provides the following kerbside bins in Kotara South. Each has a different frequency, so the bins you put out vary week to week.

  • Recycling, collected fortnightly.

Kotara South bin day at a glance

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About your council's collection service

Kotara South falls under Lake Macquarie City Council 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 Lake Macquarie City Council website for the official policy and any service updates.

Did you know?

Australia generates more than 67 million tonnes of waste per year.

That's roughly 2.7 tonnes per person. Around 60% is currently diverted from landfill through recycling and recovery programs.

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.

How do I dispose of large items like furniture?

Bulky items such as mattresses and furniture do not go in any kerbside bin. Most councils offer a hard waste collection, either booked on demand or on set dates. Check your council's website for what is accepted and how to arrange it.

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

Nearby suburbs have their own bin schedules. Here are the ones closest to you.

Charlestown

Quick tips for bin night

  • 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.
  • Loose, not bagged. Tip your recycling in loose. A tied bag can't be opened on the sorting line, so the whole lot gets treated as rubbish. The bag defeats the entire point.
  • 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.

Get the schedule for your street

Bin days in Kotara South 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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