Free green waste disposal (14 - 22 November 2026)
Council is offering residents FREE green waste drop off and sandbag collection from 14 - 22 November 2026.
A gold coin donation will be accepted raising funds for a local charity.
The offer is available at the following locations:
- Portsmith Transfer Station, 7 days 8.30am to 5.15pm
- Smithfield Transfer Station, 7 days 8:30am to 5.15pm
- Gordonvale Transfer Station, 7 days 8.30am to 5.15pm
- Babinda Transfer Station, 7 days 8:30am to 5:15pm
Note: the green waste disposal offer is for domestic cars, utilities and/or trailers and light trucks (vehicle weight to GVM 4.5 tonnes). Normal rates apply for disposal of any other waste during this period, including green waste from garden maintenance contractors on behalf of residents.
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Last Updated: 6 February 2026
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