Waste-Facilities-Fees-and-Charges.pdf Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling Waste Facilities Fees and Charges Summary fact sheet. (PDF, 793KB)
Recycling Resource Pop-up Stall in October Got a question about what goes in the yellow lid recycling bin and where those recyclables go?Visit our friendly staff at a pop-up stall near you - happening once a month from March to October in 2025.Get involved in:• Fun interactive games • Free give-aways• BINfluencer Competition• Free recycling app to download• 6 Question Survey• Useful resources
Recycling Resource Pop-up Stall in September Got a question about what goes in the yellow lid recycling bin and where those recyclables go?Visit our friendly staff at a pop-up stall near you - happening once a month from March to October in 2025.Get involved in:• Fun interactive games • Free give-aways• BINfluencer Competition• Free recycling app to download• 5 Question Survey• Useful resources
Recycling Resource Pop-up Stall in August Got a question about what goes in the yellow lid recycling bin and where those recyclables go?Visit our friendly staff at a pop-up stall near you - happening once a month from March to October in 2025.Get involved in:• Fun interactive games • Free give-aways• BINfluencer Competition• Free recycling app to download• 5 Question Survey• Useful resources
Recycling Resource Pop-up Stall in July Got a question about what goes in the yellow lid recycling bin and where those recyclables go?Visit our friendly staff at a pop-up stall near you - happening once a month from March to October in 2025.Get involved in:• Fun interactive games • Free give-aways• BINfluencer Competition• Free recycling app to download• 5 Question Survey• Useful resources
Bin Health Check Program wraps up for National Recycling Week Published on 10 November 2025 The lids have been lifted and the results are in, as Rockhampton Regional Council’s Bin Health Check Program wraps up just in time for National Recycling Week. Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Red bin lid retrofit in final stages Published on 21 August 2025 Rockhampton Regional Council is now in the final stages of the Bin Lid Harmonisation Program, with most dark green general waste bin lids across the region successfully retrofitted for red. Tagged as: , Community Notices, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Red bin lid retrofit to roll out across Rockhampton Region Published on 07 July 2025 Get ready for red! Rockhampton Region residents with dark green general waste bin lids will soon see their lids retrofitted for red, as Council kicks off a Bin Lid Harmonisation Program this month. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Rockhampton Region’s first BINfluencer winner announced! Published on 07 April 2025 Rockhampton Regional Council this week announced the first BINfluencer Competition winner, with Courtney Abell awarded as March’s BINfluencer. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Be a BINfluencer and WIN! Published on 26 February 2025 Are you the go-to recycler in your street? Do you inspire your neighbours with your stellar sorting skills? Council is searching for the Region’s ultimate BINfluencers! Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Council welcomes funding to launch Bin Health Check Program Published on 26 February 2025 Let’s get it sorted Rockhampton Region! Rockhampton Region residents will soon have extra support in getting their household waste and recycling bin habits sorted, thanks to funding received under the Queensland Government’s Recycling and Jobs Fund. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Waste not, want not this Christmas Published on 20 December 2024 With the festive season in full swing, Rockhampton Regional Council is encouraging residents to embrace waste-wise habits and sustainable practices this Christmas. Tagged as: , Councillor Elliot Hilse, Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling, Environment
Recycling heroes lead the way this National Recycling Week Published on 14 November 2024 This National Recycling Week, Council is celebrating the dedication of its Recycling Hero Schools, with five schools receiving official signage in recognition of their commitment to the program and for fostering a zero-waste community. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Emmaus College students tackle fast fashion with innovative swap shop Published on 16 August 2024 Students from the Emmaus College Earth Care group are taking the lead in the fight against fast fashion after launching their own innovative swap shop for their peers. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
New landfill cell getting ready to roll as part of expansion project Published on 08 August 2024 Rockhampton Regional Council is constructing a new landfill cell at the Lakes Creek Road Landfill as part of one of many comprehensive approaches to managing the region’s waste. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Critical infrastructure at risk after battery ignites truck load Published on 05 August 2024 A dangerous incident at the Lakes Creek Road Waste Management Facility last week has reignited the importance of proper battery disposal. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Expressions of Interest for Organics Processing Facility now open Published on 13 February 2024 Expressions of Interest (EOI) for an Organics Processing Solution are now open for public consideration. Tagged as: , Community Notices, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Have yourself a merry little waste-wise Christmas Published on 20 December 2023 Rockhampton Regional Council is encouraging residents to have a waste-wise Christmas this festive season. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Community takes charge of safe battery disposal Published on 07 December 2023 Rockhampton region residents are being asked to take charge of the way they dispose of batteries more safely, with B-cycle battery drop-off points now available across Council’s Waste Facilities. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Organics Processing Facility next step for FOGO rollout Published on 05 December 2023 Rockhampton Regional Council is taking a pivotal step forward in its Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) business case to see the kerbside collection rolled out in the future. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Recycle Mate – The only mate you need to help get recycling sorted Published on 13 November 2023 An innovative new web-based feature is making it easier than ever for Rockhampton Region residents to access information on how to recycle and reduce the waste they send to landfill. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Don’t waste the weekend – come along to the Upcycle Village Fair Published on 10 November 2023 The weekend will not be going to waste with residents from across the region invited to attend the Upcycle Village Fair at the Lakes Creek Road Waste Management Facility this Saturday. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Gracemere residents show up to sort to save Published on 22 September 2023 Gracemere residents gathered at the newly constructed Gracemere Waste Facility today, for an informative and interactive Waste Education Pop-up session. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Councillor Ellen Smith, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Future of FOGO not going to waste Published on 01 August 2023 After nearly two years, the Food and Garden Organics (FOGO) trial will come to an end with results set to shape a regional roll out in the future. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Council endorses Resource Recovery Strategy Published on 28 June 2023 This week Rockhampton Regional Council has taken another important step in advancing the region’s target of zero waste by 2040, after officially adopting the Resource Recovery Strategy. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
“Let’s get it sorted!” in the Rockhampton Region Published on 29 March 2023 Rockhampton Regional Council is throwing its support behind a state-wide campaign to encourage the right behaviour when it comes to recycling and understanding exactly what belongs in the yellow lid bin. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases
Have your say on Council’s Draft Resource Recovery Strategy Published on 22 March 2023 Rockhampton Regional Council is asking the community to have their say on its Draft Resource Recovery Strategy. The Rockhampton Regional Council Waste Strategy 2020 -2030, adopted in 2019, was recently rigorously reviewed as part of the state legislative requirement to undergo this process every three years. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases
Council welcomes support for regional employment opportunities. Published on 03 March 2023 Rockhampton Regional Council has today welcomed an announcement from the state government that will further support local agency Multicultural Australia in getting people into employment in the Rockhampton Region. Tagged as: , Deputy Mayor Neil Fisher, Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
BYO to refill your H2O with Plastic Free CQ Water Map Published on 20 February 2023 Finding our way to water bubblers around our region just got easier, with the launch of a new map showing the public places you can refill your water bottle and stay hydrated! Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Councillor Donna Kirkland
FOGO findings key to region-wide roll out Published on 07 February 2023 Rockhampton Regional Council has today endorsed a report evaluating the Food and Garden Organics (FOGO) trial which wrapped up in September 2022. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Let’s step up and clean up on Sunday 5 March Published on 06 February 2023 Rockhampton Regional Council is encouraging the community to roll up their sleeves, pull on the gloves, boots and hats, and lend a hand to help clean up our Region’s environment by hosting a site this Clean Up Australia Day. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Have yourself a waste-wise Christmas Published on 19 December 2022 Rockhampton Regional Council is reminding residents to think sustainably this festive season and reduce waste. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Councillor Donna Kirkland, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Council takes out two regional waste industry awards Published on 28 November 2022 Rockhampton Regional Council’s dedication to waste management has been recognised at the recent Local Authority Waste Management Action Committee (LAWMAC) meeting held in Mission Beach. Tagged as: , Deputy Mayor Neil Fisher, Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Gracemere Waste Transfer Station makeover gets underway Published on 21 November 2022 Rockhampton Regional Council is this week commencing upgrades to the Gracemere Waste Transfer Station. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Councillor Ellen Smith, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
New bins for the win – this National Recycling Week Published on 07 November 2022 Rockhampton Regional Council is giving away a free Home Bin Station to promote the importance of getting our waste sorted during National Recycling Week 7-13 November. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Gracemere landfill looks to flare up for sustainability Published on 03 November 2022 Rockhampton Region Waste and Recycling (RRWR) has this week commenced work on the installation of the biogas system trial at the recently capped Gracemere landfill site. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
It’s a wrap – FOGO trial comes to a close Published on 13 October 2022 Rockhampton Regional Council has officially marked the end of the Food and Garden Organics (FOGO) trial period, but the service is set to continue for most participating households. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Have your say on the Gracemere WTS opening hours Published on 30 August 2022 Council is inviting residents in Gracemere and surrounding areas to have their say on the Gracemere Waste Transfer Station (WTS) operating hours. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Councillor Ellen Smith, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Council’s Upcycle Village officially launched Published on 12 August 2022 Today Council launched an innovative recycling program at the Lakes Creek Road Landfill. The program, called the Upcycle Village, involves recovering resources from the waste stream and giving them a new life, instead of going to landfill. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Bin days set to change on Monday Published on 08 April 2022 Don’t forget that new bin collection routes will kick in from Monday 11 April! Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Your bin day might be changing Published on 29 March 2022 From Monday 11 April Council is launching improved bin collection routes, which may mean a change in your bin day or recycling week. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Pause on Paintback disposals Published on 12 January 2022 Rockhampton Region Waste and Recycling has had to put a brief pause on accepting household paint disposals at the Lakes Creek Road Waste Management Facility (LCRWMF). Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Don’t waste your weekend – come along to the Recycling Fair Published on 11 November 2021 This Saturday Rockhampton Regional Council is hosting a Recycling Fair littered with free family fun – so come along to help celebrate! Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Events & Activities, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Landfill fire shows the wrong waste can put people at risk Published on 29 September 2021 On Saturday night it took three fire trucks, two water trucks, and an excavator to put out a fire at the Lakes Creek Road Waste Management Facility (LCRMF). Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Ready to roll on FOGO trial Published on 08 September 2021 Hundreds of households across the Region are set to see a green addition this October when Council’s Food Organics and Gardens Organics (FOGO) bin trial hits the kerbside. Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Organics bin trial coming to Rockhampton Published on 07 July 2021 Council is set to make an exciting step toward a zero waste future with plans to roll out a trial for a kerbside organics bin later this year. Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Reviva Ibis working to reinvent waste Published on 02 July 2021 It’s been just over a month since social enterprise Resource Recovery Australia (RRA) opened the doors of the ‘Reviva Ibis’ reuse store, and in a short time they’ve made a big impact through their ‘#Waste2Wages’ business model. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
St Peter’s becomes newest ‘Recycling Hero’ school Published on 14 June 2021 Today St Peter’s Catholic Primary School became the second to join our region’s legion of ‘Recycling Hero’ schools fighting for a zero waste future. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
$2+ green waste fee to be introduced 2 August Published on 08 June 2021 Rockhampton Regional Council today announced that a small green waste fee will be introduced at waste facilities in the region from 2 August. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases
Don’t miss out on ChemClear collection Published on 04 June 2021 Do you have unwanted agvet chemicals you need to dispose of? Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling