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Trafalgar bin day & collection schedule

Baw Baw Shire · VIC 3824

Schedule data last verified: June 2026

Trafalgar waste collection overview

Trafalgar is a VIC suburb in postcode 3824, served by Baw Baw Shire for kerbside waste, recycling and organics collection.

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

Key facts

  • Council: Baw Baw Shire
  • Postcode: 3824
  • Population: 4,000
  • State: VIC

Which bins does Trafalgar have?

Baw Baw Shire provides the following kerbside bins in Trafalgar. 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.

Trafalgar bin day at a glance

Old streetscapes, modern bin schedule. The two coexist just fine.

Whatever year your house was built, the kerbside collection is very much a current-era thing.

About your council's collection service

Trafalgar falls under Baw Baw Shire for waste and recycling collections.

  • Baw Baw Shire provides kerbside waste, recycling, and garden organics collection across the shire's townships, including Warragul and Drouin.
  • The shire runs a fortnightly alternating cycle for recycling and garden organics bins.
  • Baw Baw is one of Victoria's fastest-growing rural shires; collection schedules in newer estates may differ from established areas. Always confirm your day by entering your address.
  • Your specific collection day depends on your street. Enter your address above to find yours.

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

What goes where: batteries

Correct bin: Neither bin. Drop off at Bunnings or a council facility..

Batteries can cause fires in both collection trucks and at sorting facilities. Bunnings stores, some councils, and battery retailers accept used batteries for safe recycling.

Avoid: Don't put batteries in any kerbside bin, not even the general waste bin.

Frequently asked questions

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.

Can I put broken glass in the recycling bin?

Unbroken glass bottles and jars belong in recycling. Broken glass is a safety hazard for sorting staff and collection workers. Wrap it in newspaper, place it in a sealed bag, and put it in the general waste bin instead.

Nearby suburbs

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

WarragulDrouinYarragon

Quick tips for bin night

  • Flatten before you fill. A single un-flattened box can eat half your recycling bin. Break it down first and you'll fit a fortnight of cardboard without a fight.
  • 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's a small rule that trips up a lot of people.
  • Rinse before you bin it. Your recycling doesn't clean itself. A 10-second rinse now saves sorting staff hours later and keeps your bin from becoming a science experiment.

Get the schedule for your street

Bin days in Trafalgar 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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