Opening hours and location

The Recycling Centre is open:

  • Friday - 8am to 4pm
  • Saturday - 8am to 4pm
  • Sunday - 8am to 4pm
  • Monday - 8am to 4pm
  • Tuesday - closed
  • Wednesday - closed
  • Thursday - closed 

The centre is closed on all public holidays and Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

The centre is closed during extreme weather. This includes Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating days, Total Fire Ban days, during high wind and extreme heat. To confirm if the centre is open, call Customer Service on 9433 3111.

Location

The Recycling Centre is located at 290 Yan Yean Road Plenty.

Before your visit

Remember to

Step 1.Check what you can and can't bring

Check what items we accept and do not accept.

Step 2.Sort your waste by type

Sort your load into different types of waste, including flattening any cardboard. This will help you to drop off your items quickly and can save you money.

Step 3.Check if there is a cost

There is a cost to bring some items to the Recycling Centre and special prices for Nillumbik residents.

You can pay by EFTPOS, Mastercard or VISA. Cash is not accepted.

Check the prices.

Step 4.Bring your green waste voucher

If you have green waste items, bring your most recent rate notice with you. The notice includes a voucher that entitles you to three green waste drop-offs. When you visit us, the attendant will scan the QR code on the notice.

Read about green waste vouchers.

Step 5.Bring your proof of residency

Nillumbik residents are required to show proof of residency (rates notice or current photo ID showing your Nillumbik address) to access resident pricing.