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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews in Melbourne

Thanks! Did an amazing job at fitting everything in. Responsive and friendly- would absolutely use again

Remove household and garden waste

$200

Many thanks

Green waste removal

$120

Great efficiency and punctuality.

Garden Waste Removal

$110

Thank you so much Maroona to you and your team! You did such a fantastic job. Prompt, super friendly & hard working. I highly recommend you and looking forward to working with you again on the next job.

Remove garden waste

$350

Quick And efficient

Green waste removal

$100

Tony was super prompt and went over and beyond cleaning the space where he had removed the green waste

Removal of 1.5 cubic metres of green waste

$90

What's the average cost of a waste collector in Melbourne

$86 - $185

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$86

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$120

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$185

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What do waste collection & disposal services include?

Waste poses significant sanitation problems. Aside from unpleasant smells and unsightly clutter, it can lead to serious health issues if left unchecked. By using Airtasker, affordable and reliable waste collection services are within arm’s reach. Connect with specialists in household, garden, or even building waste disposal near you who can help you safely and quickly dispose of the rubbish you’ve accumulated.


Learn more about the different services you can request:


Household waste collection

Households generate lots of rubbish from day-to-day living. Keep your home tidy and well-maintained with regular household waste disposal services. Waste collectors can get rid of general waste like plastic packaging, old car tyres, broken furniture, old clothing, and worn-out household items. They can also collect recyclables such as paper, cardboard, glass bottles, and metal cans. 


If you need help dealing with old furniture, mattresses, and appliances like refrigerators and washing machines, you can find proper removalists who specialise in these disposals. 


Garden waste collection

Book garden waste disposal near you if you need help tidying your yard or cleaning up after a storm. Waste collectors can handle green waste like grass clippings, leaves, hedge trimmings, weeds, and dead plants. They can also collect large debris, including tree stumps, logs, and large branches. These services help prevent pest infestations, making your outdoor areas healthier. 


While garden waste is typically brought to the dump for sorting and disposal, you can opt for a more eco-friendly alternative by enlisting Taskers who can process your waste into compost or mulch.


Food waste disposal

Improper food disposal of organic waste from kitchens doesn’t only cause odour and pest problems. It can also create harmful greenhouse gases. Avoid these issues by hiring disposal experts to bring your waste to a local food recycling centre. They can collect kitchen scraps like vegetable peelings and fruit scraps, and take care of leftovers like expired food, uneaten meals, and spoiled groceries. They can also collect compostable materials like eggshells, tea bags, and coffee grounds to ensure proper repurposing. 


Commercial waste collection

Waste can pile up fast in offices, retail stores, and other commercial establishments. To prevent a cluttered workplace, connect with commercial waste collection service providers who can dispose of your rubbish. This includes office waste such as paper, cardboard, and packaging materials. They can also safely dispose of electronic waste such as computers, printers, and other devices. Make the most of your newly decluttered office by booking a separate cleaning service through Airtasker.


Building waste disposal

If you’ve recently undertaken a construction or renovation project, book a building waste disposal near you to help you clear out your space much faster. This service includes removing debris such as concrete, bricks, wood, and metal scraps. Taskers ensure that construction sites are kept clean and safe and that building materials are disposed of in compliance with environmental regulations.

Recent Waste Collection & Disposal tasks in Melbourne

Need some green waste take away

$80

Coburg VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2025

Need green waste picked up and removed please

Backyard waste disposal

$100

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2025

Misc backyard waste to be disposed off, see photos. Dead Bougainvillea, bricks, wood and some metal items to go. A med-sized trailer can be backed into the property via alleyway out back.

Green waste and hard rubbish collection

$80

Northcote VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2025

We need green waste (see photos ) plus one small green bin and a small item of hard rubbish removed

Niranjan was so efficient and helpful! Thank you for your great work! Will book him again anytime.

Green waste removal

$180

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2025

Removal of a pile of green waste - about trailer load or slightly less.

Very quick, friendly and reliable. Would recommend. Thanks!

Waste collection

$100

St Kilda, Victoria

28th Mar 2025

We are moving out and need help disposing of waste. This will include: - garden waste - household waste (approximately 12 rubbish bags plus a broken clothes airer) - roll of astroturf (see pics)

Efficient, communicative and really thorough. Thank you!

Removal of garden waste

$150

Brunswick VIC, Australia

27th Mar 2025

Removal of garden waste from back garden, easy access via wide ally at the back of the house.

Joel was great! Good communication and quick and completing the task!

Green waste removal - Prahran - Ready to Go

$150

Prahran VIC, Australia

27th Mar 2025

Hi Green waste removal of some old branches. Job ready to go. Easy access as you can drive right up Please ensure your price includes tipping fees Job to be done Friday AM Job to ensure any leaves left behind are raked up and taken away so job is neat and tidy Thanks

G was great. Showed up on time. Communicated very well and got the job done within an hour. Great experience and great operator.

Remove garden waste

$350

Northcote VIC, Australia

26th Mar 2025

Large trailer load of tree cuttings

Demolition: Remove building waste in buckets

$50

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2025

Run buckets of building waste from 1st floor apartment to ground floor

Remove green waste for me

$35

Princes Hill VIC, Australia

23rd Mar 2025

Hi there, I need someone to pick up the off cuts of a tree and remove it for me. Twigs, small branches and leaves. Would fit in the back of a trailer.

Clear Green Waste (11 Bags + Pile) – Must Be Done by Tomorrow Morning

$50

Brunswick VIC, Australia

14th Mar 2025

Hi I need someone to clear the green waste from my property. There are 11 bags of green waste at the back and a pile of green waste at the front. I need this all cleared by early tomorrow morning. Please let me know if you can help! Thanks!

Amazing job ! Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Remove and dispose of garden waste - approx 1m3

$80

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

8th Mar 2025

Hi Remove approx 1m3 of garden waste and dispose of it. See pics

Good communicator And

Green waste pick up and disposal

$150

Saint Kilda VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2025

I am looking for someone to pick up and dispose of green waste. ** Laneway access behind gate for vehicle **

Thanks Tim, appreciate your hard work

Green waste removal

$100

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

27th Feb 2025

Green waste removal! Needs to be collected from Thornbury tonight or tomorrow You'll probably need a trailer

Job done! Efficient and good communication

Green waste removal (plants, weeds, dirt, etc)

$50

Northcote VIC, Australia

26th Feb 2025

Need someone with a trailer of any kind to take our gardening waste to the tip or anywhere that it can be disposed of. It's a big pile, could all fit in a trailer easily though. Can help load it on and unload it.

Punctual and quick, was very helpful.

Green waste pick up / leaves swept and removed

$200

Carlton North VIC, Australia

23rd Feb 2025

See photos attached. Green waste removed from site. Piled up already. Leaves and debris swept up and removed from driveway section only. Payment upon photos to prove area is tidy. Will fit in a trailer. Perfect access in laneway

Would hire Tim for all my jobs. 5 star

Green waste and leaf removal

$150

Richmond VIC, Australia

16th Feb 2025

Remove green waste from yard (see photo with pile) and leaves from pebbles (see photo)

Easy to communicate with, friendly and reliable

Green waste removal

$100

Windsor VIC, Australia

15th Feb 2025

Need a whole bunch of green waste removed and disposed of. Close to a trailer full Id say. Most twigs and small branches. Need done this weekend

Easy to work with and completed the task quickly!

Green waste removal

$50

Thornbury VIC, Australia

13th Feb 2025

Remove pile of green waste (mostly rose bush clippings) from verge and have it composted. Estimate: 3 cubic metres.

Prompt communication and took care of the task self-sufficiently. Thanks Tim!

Removal of garden waste, Flemington

$180

Flemington VIC, Australia

12th Feb 2025

I need some one to remove garden waste which consists of tree prunings . Approximately 2 m2. Must collect Friday, am working from home so flexible with time. Price includes tip fees

I highly recommend Rob, great communication, and very thorough. Will.use Rob again.