The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu has purchased a new trailer for residents to hire in replacement of the verge side bulk waste collection for Wongan Hills and Ballidu townsite residents. The Shire's Strategic Community Plan outlines our goal to lead by example for sustainability practices in both environment and business. By introducing this new service, materials will be better recycled reducing the amount of waste to landfill. It is also better value for money for rate payers after conducting budget modelling and analytical studies of our previous processes.
The hire of the trailer will be free of charge to eligible residents and will be dropped off at your property and collected at the end of hire. Residents may fill the trailer with bulk waste items for collection by our staff who will dispose of the goods on your behalf.
You will receive written confirmation of hire if your chosen dates are available, and arrangements will be made for the trailer to be dropped off and collected at your property. Trailer hire will be available for a maximum of three days at a time. Each eligible address will be able to utilise this service twice per financial year. Residents will also be provided the 2x bulk waste tip passes to use at their own discretion. These tip passes will be included with the rates notice. The trailer will be locked in place, and it is not allowed to be taken off your property for security and insurance purposes. Property owners are responsible for informing their tenants of this service.
Bulk Waste Management and Trailer Hire Flyer
Online Application for Bulk Waste Trailer Hire
Will there still be the verge side bulk waste collection?
No, this new trailer which is available for hire for free will replace the verge side bulk waste collection.
What happens if I put prohibited items in the trailer?
The Shire staff member will request you to remove the prohibited items. If prohibited items are found during disposal, standard tip disposal fees will apply as well as any staff incurrence fees to collect and dispose of the prohibited waste.
What happens if my preferred date is unavailable?
We will work with you to find another suitable date.
Can I use the trailer to take loads to the tip?
No, the trailer is not to be taken away from your property. The Shire staff will dispose of your waste for you. A trailer lock will be attached for security and insurance purposes.
Is my address eligible for this service?
The trailer hire is for properties who previously received the verge collection service. Wongan Hills Townsite and Ballidu Townsite properties are eligible. Rural properties are not eligible for this service.
What can I put in the trailer?
You can hire the trailer for one type of waste disposal at a time:
- Green Waste
- Bulk White Goods
- General waste such as old furniture and timber, pots, old toys, garden hoses and general junk.
- Electronics
What can I not put in the trailer?
- Motor Vehicle Parts
- Food and Household Waste
- Gas Cylinders
- Building Rubble and Materials
- Batteries
- Hazardous Waste and Asbestos
- Glass
How long can I keep the trailer?
The trailer is available for hire for a maximum of three days at a time. Households can utilise the hire service twice per year. As an example, the trailer will be dropped off to you Friday morning for use Friday, Saturday and Sunday and will be collected Monday morning,
Do I need to own a vehicle with towing capacity?
No, you do not need to move the trailer. The Shire staff will drop off and pick up the trailer to your property.
Do I need to separate my waste?
We would appreciate it if you could separate your waste as best you can for easy removal at the waste site. Please put loose green waste in paper bags or cardboard boxes.