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Maldon bin day & collection schedule

Mount Alexander Shire · VIC 3463

Schedule data last verified: August 2026

Maldon waste collection overview

Maldon is a VIC suburb in postcode 3463, served by Mount Alexander Shire for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

The rest of this page covers Maldon's bins, schedule pattern and local collection notes. An address search gives you the precise dates for your street.

Key facts

  • Council: Mount Alexander Shire
  • Postcode: 3463
  • Population: 1,500
  • State: VIC

Which bins does Maldon have?

Maldon homes get the bins below from Mount Alexander Shire. Their frequencies differ, so which ones go out changes with the week.

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

Maldon 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

Maldon falls under Mount Alexander Shire for waste and recycling collections.

  • Mount Alexander Shire provides kerbside waste and recycling collection across Castlemaine, Maldon, and surrounding communities.
  • Collections operate fortnightly across the shire. Check the council website for your specific collection day.
  • Mount Alexander Shire has a strong environmental culture. The council runs various resource recovery and composting programs alongside kerbside collection.
  • Your specific collection day depends on your street. Enter your address above to find yours.

Visit Mount Alexander Shire website for the official policy and any service updates.

Did you know?

Container deposit schemes now operate in every Australian state and territory.

Eligible drink containers are worth 10 cents each when returned to a depot or reverse vending machine. Victoria was the last to join, launching its scheme in November 2023.

Frequently asked questions

How often is recycling collected in Maldon?

Mount Alexander Shire collects recycling fortnightly. Collection days vary by street, and an address search shows which fortnight you are in right now.

Can I get a larger or extra bin?

Mount Alexander Shire 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 Maldon, check what size is standard first, since upgrade policies differ between councils.

Can broken glass go in the recycling bin?

No. Unbroken bottles and jars belong in the yellow bin, but broken glass is a hazard for sorting staff. Wrap it in newspaper, seal it in a bag and put it in the general waste bin.

Nearby suburbs

The neighbouring streets have their own schedules. Here's what's happening nearby.

CastlemaineChewtonNewstead

Quick tips for bin night

  • Two rules, both matter. There is a correct bin and there is a correct night. These are two different things and both matter.
  • Rain is not an excuse. The bin does not care if it is raining. Neither does the truck. Put it out anyway.
  • Wishful recycling is not recycling. Putting something in the yellow bin and hoping for the best is contamination, and Mount Alexander Shire tags bins for it. When in doubt, it is general waste.

Get the schedule for your street

The suburb level picture above is a guide; your street is the real answer. Search your address for the next four weeks of collections.

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