Redland City Council would like to thank the entire Redlands Coast community for their support in effectively managing the vast amounts of waste generated by the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
The community’s efforts to dispose of their waste responsibly and in the correct locations has helped protect public health and keep the city clean.
As the recovery from Tropical Cyclone Alfred continues, Council would like to provide the community with the following update on its waste services and operations.
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Kerbside green waste collection (mainland and islands)
Council’s green waste kerbside collection is under way. This is a significant undertaking, and Council asks the community to please be patient as the unprecedented amount of green waste that was generated by Tropical Cyclone Alfred is collected.
Remember:
- Green waste only – no other materials.
- Disaster-related green waste only – from inside and immediately outside your home – is being collected.
- Other green waste should be taken to a Recycling and Waste Centre as usual.
- On the mainland, your green waste bin (if you have one) is the best way to dispose of small amounts of green waste.
Kerbside checklist:
- Ensure your green waste has been placed clear of electrical boxes, water meters, roads and pathways.
- Size matters – is your waste cut into manageable pieces that two people can safely lift?
For more information, visit redland.qld.gov.au/recovery. This assistance is provided through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
Recycling and Waste Centres
Mainland Recycling and Waste Centres are open and operating extended hours, from 7am to 5.15pm until Sunday 23 March 2025. Normal operating hours will recommence from Monday 24 March 2025. Island Recycling and Waste Centres are also all open and operating extended hours until Sunday 23 March 2025. Normal operating hours will commence from Monday 24 March 2025. Refer to the Council website for opening hours: Recycling and waste centres | Redland City Council.
RecycleWorld is closed until Tuesday 25 March 2025.
Kerbside bin collections
Scheduled kerbside bin collections have resumed and will continue to operate as per Council’s usual schedule. Check Council’s website for when to put your bin out: Bin collection day | Redland City Council.
Surplus food and odorous waste drop off sites (now closed)
After collecting more than 40 tonnes of food waste from 17 different locations across Redlands Coast, there is no longer a need for this service. Council thanks the community for taking their excess food waste to these sites and advises that kerbside bins can now be used again as usual.
Surplus green waste drop-off sites (now closed)
Bulk bins set-up to help residents dispose of green waste generated by the recent extreme weather are no longer available. Recycling and Waste Centres are open and accepting event-related green waste. Council thanks the community for their assistance in using these green waste drop-off sites responsibly.
What to do with your sandbags
Uncontaminated sandbags (including sandbags that have come into contact with rainwater or clean rainwater run-off)
- Do not place in kerbside bins. They are too heavy and may damage the bin or waste trucks.
- Keep for future use. Dry out and store in a cool, covered area out of direct sunlight. Sandbags can last up to 12 months.
- If unable to be stored, sand can be scattered on lawns, used to top up paving, or placed in sandpits. Some bags may contain higher levels of salt or contain some rocks, so please be mindful of where sand is placed. Please keep out of stormwater drains. Empty sandbags can be placed in general waste bins.
- Please avoid taking uncontaminated sandbags to Recycling and Waste Centres.
Contaminated sandbags (including sandbags that have been in contact with floodwater or sewerage overflow)
- Sandbags that have been in contact with floodwater or sewerage overflow are no longer usable.
- Hazardous materials such as chemicals, oils or sewage are often present in floodwaters and these sandbags must be disposed of properly at Recycling and Waste Centres to protect both public health and the environment.
- For personal safety, it is important to wear sturdy gloves when handling wet sandbags. Do not leave them lying around or scatter the sand on lawns, gardens, parks, or beaches.
