Green Waste (No Soil) Guide
Everything you need to know about disposing of plant-based garden waste without soil
Green waste without soil is ideal for garden maintenance, hedge trimming, and seasonal clean-ups where no excavation or landscaping is involved. This bin type is strictly for organic plant material — no soil, dirt, or sand is permitted, keeping disposal costs lower and processing cleaner.
What CAN Go In
Grass Clippings
Lawn trimmings and grass cuttings
Tree Branches
Small branches and twigs (under 150mm diameter)
Leaves
All types of fallen leaves and leaf litter
Shrub Prunings
Hedge trimmings and shrub cuttings
Weeds (soil removed)
Garden weeds with soil shaken off
Small Plant Trimmings
Clippings, offcuts, and dead flowers
Bark & Mulch
Tree bark and garden mulch
Palm Fronds
Palm leaves and fronds
What CANNOT Go In
Soil, Dirt or Sand
No soil of any kind — use Green Waste (With Soil) instead
Asbestos or Fibro Materials
Requires specialist removal and disposal
Hazardous or Contaminated Waste
Any contaminated materials
Chemicals, Fuels or Oils
Flammable or toxic substances
Medical Waste
Syringes, pharmaceuticals, clinical waste
Food or Liquid Waste
Organic food waste and any liquids
Rocks, Bricks or Concrete
Heavy construction materials not accepted
Treated Timber
Chemically treated wood products
Wet Concrete or Slurry
Hot Ash
General Household Rubbish
Non-organic household waste items
Important Notice
Including soil in a No Soil green waste bin may result in additional surcharges. If your waste includes soil, please select the Green Waste (With Soil) option instead.
Tips for Efficient Disposal
No Soil Means No Soil
Shake off excess dirt from root balls and weeds. If your waste includes soil, choose the Green Waste (With Soil) option instead.
Cut Large Branches
Break down large branches into smaller pieces to maximise bin space and make processing easier.
Don't Overfill
Keep waste level with the top of the bin. Overfilled bins cannot be transported safely.
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