Disposal fees
Following advice from the NSW EPA, that waste facilities can reopen in a safe and staged way, from Monday 13 September, members of the public who are Maitland residents and have made a booking can visit the Mount Vincent Road Waste Centre.
There are no access changes for commercial operators.
COVID safe measures will be in place on site, including QR code check in, social distancing and mask wearing.
Those who are having difficulties booking can contact Council's Customer Experience Team by calling 4934 9700.
This page includes the charges for disposing of waste at the Mount Vincent Road Waste Management Centre.
Make sure to check what your are planning to dispose isn't prohibited.
Mount Vincent Waste Management Centre will no longer accept cash payments.
| Waste type | Charges |
|---|---|
| Mixed domestic or commercial waste | $447 per tonne |
| Mixed demolition and construction waste | $447 per tonne |
| Asbestos (booking required) | $581 per tonne |
| Special waste (bulky, odorous and dusty waste) | $559 per tonne |
| Virgin excavated natural material (conditions apply) | $164 - $447 per tonne |
| Bulk Polystyrene | $2000 per tonne |
The minimum fee is $8.90
| Recyclable type | Charge |
|---|---|
| Electronic waste up to 17 items from Maitland households | No charge |
| Electronic waste | $447 per tonne |
General recyclables from Maitland households (uncontaminated and separated)
| No charge |
| General recyclables | $447 per tonne |
| Scrap metal (steel) | No charge |
| Lead, acid batteries | No charge |
| Fridges, freezers and air conditioners | $15 per unit |
| Concrete, bricks, roof tiles (uncontaminated) | $266 per tonne |
| Mattresses | $35.20 per item |
| Tyres - Small (up to 600mm diameter) | $9.50 each |
| Small tyre on rim | $32 each |
| Tyres - Medium | $46 each |
| Tyres - Large | $88 each |
| Description | Charge |
|---|---|
| Vegetation and timber | $201 per tonne |
Timber must be non-treated, non-painted and without nails. The minimum fee is $4.
| Description | Charge |
|---|---|
| Use of weighbridge | $45 |
All prices include the NSW EPA Waste Levy of $147.10 per tonne and GST.
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