Free green waste disposal for residents

Published on 13 November 2025

Melton City Council is encouraging all property owners and renters to prepare for the upcoming fire season by tidying up their properties.

To support this effort, Council is offering free green waste disposal for City of Melton residents at the Melton Recycling Facility from 13 November 2025 to 12 January 2026.

Residents wishing to use this service must present valid identification and proof of residency upon arrival.

Please note:

• Mixed loads are not permitted (green garden waste only)
• Limbs and branches must be smaller than 30cm in diameter
• Contaminated or noxious garden waste will be charged as mixed waste
• Commercial operators and trucks are not eligible

The Melton Recycling Facility is open seven days a week from 8am to 4.30pm, excluding Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

For full details and conditions, visit free green waste disposal.

Quotes attributable to City of Melton Mayor, Cr Lara Carli:

“With the summer approaching and the increased possibility of grass and bushfires, it’s important that residents are as prepared as possible and have cleared their property of any overgrown vegetation.”

“We know that fire preparedness is a shared responsibility, and this initiative is one of many steps we’re taking to support a safer summer for everyone in the City of Melton.”

“We hope to see as many households as possible take advantage of the free green waste disposal to ensure our community is as best prepared as it can be in the event of a fire.”