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South West Rocks bin day & collection schedule

Kempsey Shire · NSW 2431

South West Rocks waste collection overview

South West Rocks is a NSW suburb in postcode 2431, served by Kempsey Shire for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

The suburb sits roughly 440km N of Sydney CBD.

Locals know it for the Trial Bay Gaol and Arakoon National Park.

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

Key facts

  • Council: Kempsey Shire
  • Postcode: 2431
  • Population: 4,000
  • Location: 440km N of Sydney CBD
  • State: NSW

Which bins does South West Rocks have?

Kempsey Shire provides the following kerbside bins in South West Rocks. 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.

South West Rocks bin day at a glance

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Living near the water has its perks. Your council handles the bin schedule and we help you remember it.

About your council's collection service

South West Rocks falls under Kempsey Shire 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 Kempsey Shire website for the official policy and any service updates.

Did you know?

A single mobile phone contains traceable amounts of gold, silver and copper.

Australians hoard millions of unused phones in drawers. Dropping them at an e-waste collection point recovers those metals and keeps hazardous components out of landfill.

Frequently asked questions

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.

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.

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.

Nearby suburbs

The bay suburbs each run their own collection schedules. Here are the closest ones to check.

KempseyCrescent HeadHat HeadFrederickton

Quick tips for bin night

  • 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.
  • The green bin loves your garden. The green bin isn't a mulching service, but it's as close as most households get. Grass clippings, leaves, small branches: all welcome.
  • Batteries are not bin material. A battery in any kerbside bin is a fire waiting to happen in the truck. Drop them at a collection point instead. Future you, and the truck driver, will thank you.

Get the schedule for your street

Bin days in South West Rocks 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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