Transfer Stations and Landfills
Townsville Transfer Stations and Landfills
We have three operational landfills and five transfer stations that are open to the public for the purpose of waste disposal and depositing recycling.
Locations and opening hours
| Location | Waste Accepted | Opening Hours | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart 24 Vantassel Street, Stuart Map | Commercial and domestic waste is accepted.* |
6.30am to 6pm daily. Last vehicle at 5.45pm | Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day |
| Hervey Range Hervey Range Road, Bohle Plains Map | Commercial and domestic waste is accepted.* |
6.30am to 6pm daily. Last vehicle at 5.45pm | Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day |
| Jensen Geaney Lane, Deeragun Map | Commercial and domestic waste is accepted.* |
6.30am to 6pm daily. Last vehicle at 5.45pm | Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day |
| Toomulla Toomulla Beach Road, Toomulla Map |
Domestic waste only (excluding bulky items such as white goods and furniture).** Commercial customers are not able to use this facility. |
Saturday only 7.30am to 4.30pm | Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day |
| Bluewater Bluewater Drive, Bluewater Map |
Domestic waste only (excluding bulky items such as white goods and furniture).** Commercial customers are not able to use this facility. |
Sunday only 7.30am to 4.30pm | Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day |
| Magnetic Island West Point Road, Picnic Bay Map | Commercial and domestic waste is accepted.** Please note: this facility does not accept construction, demolition or regulated waste. | Monday, Wednesday and Friday Saturday and Sunday | Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day |
*The weight of waste is measured through the use of weighbridges at landfill sites. Should weighbridges not be operational, deemed weights will apply.
**Deemed weights apply as per fees and charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the fees and charges?
You''ll find all of the fees and charges for Waste Services here.
What payments are accepted?
Our Transfer Stations and landfills accept cash, EFTPOS, VISA, MasterCard and valid tip vouchers. The exception is Bluewater and Toomulla which only accept cash and tip vouchers.
What type of waste is allowed and what can be recycled for free?
Our landfills are capable of accepting a range of general waste items, however we ask that residents help us to recycle as much as possible by placing recyclable items in the marked areas.
The following items can be recycled at any of our transfer stations (not including Bluewater and Toomulla) for free. All you need to do is place them in the allocated sheds/spaces.
- Batteries
- TVs, computers and printers (up to 20 pieces)
- Clean metals
- Clean cardboard
- Used oil (up to 20L)
- Gas bottles (up to 9kg)
- Clean soil
- White goods
- Air conditioners
The following items are recycled at our transfer stations, but do have a disposal fee:
- Tyres
Stuart and Hervey Range have reuse/recycle shops on site which both accept a range of donated items including, but not limited to:
- Building materials
- Tools
- Furniture
- Bric-a-brac
Just call in before going to the tip and ask them if they are interested in what you have.
Find more information about what you can recycle here.
We also accept hazardous wastes and regulated wastes at our Stuart, Hervey Range and Jensen landfills. Please contact Waste Services before you visit to ensure we are able to accept certain wastes or to see if you need a testing and waste tracking certificate. Find more information here.
What type of waste is not accepted?
The following items are not accepted at our landfills or transfer stations:
- Paints and solvents
- Chemical waste
These items can be taken to Transpacific (NQ Resource Recovery) in the Bohle for disposal.
Magnetic Island Transfer Station
Winner of the Transfer Stations Excellence Award (2017 Australian Landfill and Transfer Stations Innovation and Excellence Awards)
View our YouTube video to find out more about the Magnetic Island Transfer Station and how council is committed to a sustainable future for waste management in our region.
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