Service changes due to extreme heat

Published on 22 January 2026

Due to high temperatures, there are service changes in place for the health and safety of our community and staff.

The below are service updates for Tuesday 27 January.

Be prepared, Total Fire Ban days may be declared on extreme heat days. Continue to check the CFA Total Fire Bans and Fire Danger Ratings and keep an eye out for information on our website. 

27 January service updates

Service/Facility Changes/Updates
Bin collections  Continue as normal 
Hard waste Continue as normal
Melton Recycling Facility
  • Transfer Station closed
  • Recycle Centre closed
  • Resale Shop open

Please call ahead on 03 9747 5902.
Melton Waves Open as usual - please check ahead at Melton Waves to confirm if capacity has been reached
Animal Pound Open as usual
Melton Learning & Library Hub

Extended opening hours for community refuge from heat 8.30am to 8pm
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub

Extended opening hours for community refuge from heat 8.30am to 8pm

 

 

Please be mindful that power outages may occur during extreme heat days. Find information about how to Prepare and Get Ready for Power Outages at VicEmergency.

 

 

 

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