Free green waste period
Published on 26 August 2025
West Wimmera Shire Council will again run its annual free green waste fortnight in 2025, providing residents with a free and convenient way to manage excess vegetation and prepare for the summer fire season.
The initiative will run from Saturday, 27 September to Sunday, 12 October 2025 (inclusive), with residents able to dispose of green waste free of charge at all Council transfer stations during this period.
Since its introduction in 2022, the free green waste fortnight has been well received by the community and continues to deliver environmental and safety benefits.
The program helps residents manage excess vegetation growth following wet seasons, reduces potential fire hazards, diverts green waste from landfill, and discourages illegal roadside dumping.
Chief Executive Officer David Bezuidenhout highlighted the importance of this initiative, especially in light of the upcoming summer period.
“Any excessive vegetation could be a potential fire hazard as the weather warms up,” he said.
“This is a great opportunity for residents to take action, clean up their properties, and get rid of any unwanted green waste."
Overgrown vegetation not only poses fire risks but affects the safety and appearance of the region.
To take advantage of this service, residents can take their green waste to their nearest transfer station at no cost during the free green waste fortnight.
The 2025 dates have been chosen to provide flexibility for residents, with the first week overlapping the September/October school holidays, enabling families with children or grandchildren to take part in clean-up activities together.
The second week falls during the school term, allowing those away on holidays to still access the free disposal period.
Council encourages all residents to take part in this initiative to help keep the shire safe and clean ahead of the summer period.
For more information about transfer station locations and operating hours, visit: https://www.westwimmera.vic.gov.au/Residents/Rubbish-and-recycling/Landfill-and-transfer-stations